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Arbent, France
Rhône-Alpes · France
Arbent is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 3,986. Elevation: 1,900 ft (579 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DHousing
AClimate
| Population | 3,986 |
| Population Density | 570 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,900 ft (579 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.2922°, 5.6789° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Rhône-Alpes |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.2 inches (1,733 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.1 inches (33 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,203 |
About Arbent
Arbent is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 3,986. The city sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet (579 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Arbent vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,203 |
| 68% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.7% |
| 197% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 239 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,400 |
| 67% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $472 |
| 59% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,594 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below France avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,900 ft (579 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 570/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2922°N, 5.6789°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 563 | LAKE GENEVA | Meteorological | - | - | 88 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 4.6 in |
Arbent has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 33°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (3.5").
Schools in Arbent
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle Françoise Dolto | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Village | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Le Planet | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Arbent
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Meuh | electronic, funk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTS Couleur 3 (CH) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Vostok (CH) | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Planet Ambi HD (CH) | ambient, drone | MP3 320 kbps | |
| H2O | annecy, haute-savoie | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Basspistol Radio (CH) | dance, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Geneva Latina Radio (CH) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ODS Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lac (CH) | genève, lac | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rockenfolie | rock | MP3 256 kbps | |
| ODS Radio Rock | alternative rock, indie rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Plein Air Jura - La Radio Hit Régionale | pop music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ODS Radio Légende du Rock | alternative rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Zones 93,8 FM | african, blues | MP3 192 kbps | |
| One FM (CH) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Scoop Bourg | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KTFM / Global Sport (CH) | 70s, 80s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| World Radio Switzerland (CH) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SunAlpes Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio FMR | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| La radio Plus | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Arbent
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Atelier des Savoir-Faire | ||||
| Le Monde des Automates | ||||
| Moulin de Pont des Vents | ||||
| Musée archéologique d'Izernore | ||||
| Musée de l'Abbaye | ||||
| Musée de la Cuivrerie de Cerdon | ||||
| Musée de la mode | ||||
| Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Ain | ||||
| Musée de la Tournerie - Artisanat sur Corne | ||||
| Musée du Jouet | ||||
| Musée du Peigne et de la Plasturgie | ||||
| Musée Métiers d'Autrefois du Haut Jura | ||||
| Pipe and diamond Museum | ||||
| Usine électrique la Grande Vapeur |
Libraries in Arbent
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Collonges | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de Doculentation et d'Information | 0.0 | |||||
| La fraternelle | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Champ du Livre | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Châtillon-en-Michaille | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Montréal-La-Cluse | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Dubouillon | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Josette Pratte | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Jura-Sud | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Le Dôme | 0.0 | |||||
| Mediatheque LOUIS MIRAILET | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Arbent
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché artisanal de la Grenette | |||||
| Parc Jeantet |
Dentists in Arbent
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arbent
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Arbent
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie des Trois Épis | ||||
| Brasserie du Lizon | ||||
| Brasserie L'étincelle | ||||
| L'Origine du Monde | ||||
| L’Origine du Monde |
Stadiums & Teams in Arbent
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Arbent
34 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Saint-Cergue | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Les Rousses | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Trélasse | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Longchaumois Rosset | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Saint-George | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bellefontaine | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Les Gentianes | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Le Brassus | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Dôle-Tuffes | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Morbier - Le Glacier | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| L'Orient | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| l'Abbaye | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Foncine le Haut | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mouthe | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Métabief | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Plateau des Glières | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Aillon-Margériaz | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Féclaz | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Col de Plainpalais | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Le Revard | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Plateau du Revard | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Sambuy Seythenex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Le Semnoz | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Montmin - Col de la Forclaz | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Aillon-le-Jeune | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Terre Ronde | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Croisette | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Menthières | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mijoux - La Faucille | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Les Hautes Combes | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Serra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Arbent
47 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva International Airport | GVA | Large Airport |
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | LYS | Large Airport |
| Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278) | - | Medium Airport |
| Annecy Meythet airport | NCY | Medium Airport |
| Annemasse Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Chambéry Aix les Bains airport | CMF | Medium Airport |
| Dole Tavaux Airport | DLE | Medium Airport |
| Lyon Bron Airport | LYN | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux | - | Small Airport |
| Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arbois Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arthenas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balaiseaux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM d'Izenave | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM de Polliat | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM de Val-Revermont | - | Small Airport |
| Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Belley-Peyrieu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Boissia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chamonet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Champagnole-Crotenay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chanaz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corlier Altiport | - | Small Airport |
| Doucier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Frontonas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Côte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Tour-de-Pin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Tranclière Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Vrine Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lavours Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Ailes de Sergy ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Leyrieu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lombard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montricher Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Morestel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pontarlier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sagy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Claude Pratz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Talissieu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tournus Cuisery Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Yenne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Arbent
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agence Communale |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arbent
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Saint-Oyen | |
| Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite | |
| Église Saint-Laurent d'Arbent |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arbent
What is the population of Arbent?
Arbent has a population of 3,986 residents and is located in France. The population density is 570 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles.
Is Arbent expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,203, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,400 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $472 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Arbent?
Arbent has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Arbent?
The job market in Arbent faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 239 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Arbent?
The median home value in Arbent is $94,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $472.