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Balsièges, France

Occitanie · France

Balsièges is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 546. Elevation: 2,280 ft (695 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
546 Population 39/sq mi density
2,280 ft Elevation 695 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,676 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,676 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$95,200 home value, $476/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population546
Density39/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,676
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,200
Rent$476
Housing Units218
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Population546
Population Density39 / sq mi
Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Coordinates44.4808°, 3.4582°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$26,676

About Balsièges

Balsièges is a small town in France (Occitanie) with a population of 546. The city sits at an elevation of 2,280 feet (695 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Balsièges is $26,676, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Balsièges vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,676
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Balsièges is $95,200, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $476 (59% below the national average of $1,163). There are 218 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,200
66% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$476
59% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units218

Property Tax

Balsièges experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,280 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below France avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Area14.1 sq mi (36.6 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates44.4808°N, 3.4582°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below France avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

208 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 3, 2011.

Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 77 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 53 km
May 25, 1994 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France M3.7 149 km
Jan 1, 1993 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.6 138 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 73 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 64 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 123 km
May 22, 1992 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.3 145 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 85 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 63 km
Feb 9, 1998 3 km E of Althen-des-Paluds, France M3.2 134 km
May 14, 1995 8 km WNW of Massiac, France M3.2 94 km
Oct 26, 1991 France M3.1 56 km
Jul 30, 1995 7 km WSW of Job, France M3.1 124 km
Nov 15, 1992 8 km SSE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.1 146 km
Jun 29, 1991 7 km SSE of Neussargues, France M3.1 74 km
Sep 30, 1999 14 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.1 74 km
Aug 6, 1997 5 km ENE of Laussonne, France M3.1 76 km
Apr 27, 1998 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France M3.1 60 km
Jun 17, 1994 1 km SW of Langeac, France M3.1 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in

Balsièges has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 35°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Balsièges

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire du Lion
école primaire
École primaire publique
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Radio Stations near Balsièges

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Soulbox MP3 96 kbps
Radio CISBA AAC+ 128 kbps
Totem Lozère MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Balsièges

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Domaine Départemental des Boissets
Maison du site Causses & Cévennes UNESCO
Musée archéologique de Javols
Musée des loups
Musée du Gévaudan
Utopix

Libraries in Balsièges

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Départementale de Prêt0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Roger Cibien0.0
Maison de l'agropastoralisme0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Balsièges

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Esplanade Marceau Farelle
La halle
Place de l'Aire
Place des Salelles

Hotels in Balsièges

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Restaurant Paradis

Castles in Balsièges

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Montialoux
Ferme Fortifiée du Choizal

Golf Courses in Balsièges

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf de la Pommeraie

Breweries in Balsièges

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Tarnon

Ski Resorts Near Balsièges

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Prat Peyrot 0.0 $0
Station de ski Bleymard Mont Lozère 0.0 $0
Station de ski de Brameloup 0.0 $0
La Croix de Bauzon 0.0 $0
Laguiole 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 $0

Airports Near Balsièges

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aérodrome d'Alès CévennesMedium Airport
Mende-Brenoux AirfieldMENMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Martin-de-LondresSmall Airport
Altiport du BezSmall Airport
Altisurface de La TailladeSmall Airport
Altisurface Notre-Dame-des-Neiges-AbbayeSmall Airport
Bozouls AirfieldSmall Airport
Campagne AirfieldSmall Airport
Fenestres AirfieldSmall Airport
Florac Ste Enimie AirfieldSmall Airport
Graissac le Faula AirfieldSmall Airport
La Grand'combe AirfieldSmall Airport
Langogne-Lespéron AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Grand Plantier AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Peuch AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Puy-Loudes AirfieldLPYSmall Airport
Les Bories Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Mazeyrat AirfieldSmall Airport
Millau-Larzac AirfieldSmall Airport
Plaine de Lacan AirfieldSmall Airport
Ribennes La Cheminade AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Drézéry AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Affrique-Belmont AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Flour-Coltines AirfieldSmall Airport
Sarrans Cantoin AirfieldSmall Airport
Thérondels Douzalbats AirfieldSmall Airport
Tornac AirfieldSmall Airport
ULM LECROS AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Balsièges

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence Postale Communale
Rouffiac

Churches & Religious Organizations in Balsièges

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Bauzile
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Privat

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Balsièges

What is the population of Balsièges?

Balsièges has a population of 546 residents and is located in France. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 14.1 square miles.

Is Balsièges expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,676, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,200 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $476 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Balsièges?

Balsièges has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Balsièges?

The unemployment rate in Balsièges is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Balsièges?

The median home value in Balsièges is $95,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $476.

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