The commune of Rodez is on the western part of the central plateau (Massif Central) of France.
The Aveyron river and the Auterne stream flow through the city.

Rodez has an area of 11.2 km² (4.3 sq mi), and its average altitude is 572 m (1,877 ft); at the city hall, the altitude is 627 m (2,057 ft).

Rodez is surrounded by the communes Onet-le-Château, Sainte-Radegonde, Le Monastère and Olemps.
The commune of Rodez is on the western part of the central plateau (Massif Central) of France. The Aveyron river and the Auterne stream flow through the city.
Rodez has an area of 11.2 km² (4.3 sq mi), and its average altitude is 572 m (1,877 ft); at the city hall, the altitude is 627 m (2,057 ft).
Rodez is surrounded by the communes Onet-le-Château, Sainte-Radegonde, Le Monastère and Olemps.
Rodez