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Barraux, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Barraux is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,585. Elevation: 1,112 ft (339 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,585 Population 136/sq mi density
1,112 ft Elevation 339 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
76.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,646 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$29,646 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$137,800 home value, $689/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,585
Density136/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,646
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$137,800
Rent$689
Housing Units634
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Population1,585
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Coordinates45.4318°, 5.9796°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation76.7 inches (1,948 mm)
Annual Snowfall42.3 inches (107 cm)
Median Household Income$29,646

About Barraux

Barraux is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,585. The city sits at an elevation of 1,112 feet (339 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Barraux is $29,646, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (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 95 business establishments.

Income: Barraux vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$29,646
61% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)95

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Barraux is $137,800, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $689 (41% below the national average of $1,163). There are 634 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 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,800
51% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$689
41% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units634

Property Tax

Barraux enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 283 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 76.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,112 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.3 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates45.4318°N, 5.9796°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.7"
102% above France avg
Snowfall 42.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,478 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 134 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 108 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 143 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 84 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 65 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 119 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 71 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 141 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 40 km
Nov 21, 1995 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy M4.4 129 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 63 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 138 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 114 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 136 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 143 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 39 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 124 km
May 14, 2004 0 km SSE of Chiusa di San Michele, Italy M4.2 112 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 113 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in
February 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in

Barraux has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 34°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Barraux

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Barraux

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Meuh electronic, funk MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble 90.8 MP3
H2O annecy, haute-savoie MP3 128 kbps
Max Radio Grenoble dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio Rock alternative rock, indie rock MP3 128 kbps
Rockenfolie rock MP3 256 kbps
M2S Radio club, latino AAC 128 kbps
All Piano Radio classical, classical piano MP3 128 kbps
Radio New's FM MP3 192 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble MP3
Radio RKS local, local radio AAC 128 kbps
Alpes 1 Grenoble MP3 128 kbps
Montagne FM MP3 96 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) AAC 64 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse MP3
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 kbps
Radio Italienne de Grenoble MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio Légende du Rock alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
La radio Plus MP3 128 kbps
Radio FMR AAC+ 32 kbps
SunAlpes Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Barraux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Batiment administratif - Bibliothèque
Espace historique
Espace muséographique de l'OSUG
Galerie Eurêka
Hôtel de Cordon
Jardins des Charmettes
La Casemate
La Plateforme - Centre d'information sur les projets urbains
Les Charmettes
Maison Bergès
Maison du Patrimoine P.N.R. Massif des Bauges
Maison Faune-Flore
Médiathèque Jean Jacques Rousseau
Moulin de la Tourne
Musée "La Galerie"
Musée André Moch
Musée Arcabas en Chartreuse
Musée archéologique Saint-Laurent
Musée Bayard
Musée de Grenoble
Musée de l'Ancien Évêché
Musée de l'Ours des Cavernes
Musée de la Ganterie
Musée de la Grande Chartreuse
Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère
Musée de la Vigne et du Vin de Savoie
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des Forges et Moulins de Pinsot
Musée des sciences médicales
Musée du Château
Musée du Vigneron
Musée Hébert
Musée Lac et Nature
Musée Lac et Nature
Musée Saint-Jean
Musée Savoisien
Muséum d'histoire naturelle
Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle
Museum d'Histoire Virtuelle
Orangerie - Salle d'exposition temporaire

Libraries in Barraux

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bâtiment 15 - Bibliothèque Universitaire0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Adrienne Monier0.0
Bibliothèque associative BPT0.0
Bibliothèque d'étude et du patrimoine0.0
Bibliothèque de Bissy0.0
Bibliothèque des Deux Mondes0.0
Bibliothèque des Loisirs0.0
Bibliothèque du musée0.0
Bibliothèque François Gillet - Béalières0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel Péri0.0
Bibliothèque Georges Brassens0.0
Bibliothèque Haut-Meylan0.0
Bibliothèque l'Orangerie0.0
Bibliothèque Le Moulin aux livres0.0
Bibliothèque Livio Benedetti0.0
Bibliothèque Marguerite Chevron0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de La Ravoire0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de La Terrasse0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale François Mitterrand0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Le Verbe Être0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Robert Laude0.0
Bibliothèque Pablo Neruda - Grand-Pré0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque Simone Lagrange - Mi-Plaine0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire de médecine pharmacie0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire Droit et Lettres0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire Joseph-Fourier0.0
Bouquiniste0.0
Bulles0.0
Centre régional de documentation pédagogique de l'académie de Grenoble0.0
Cure0.0
En voyage les livres0.0
IREM0.0
L'Envolée0.0
La Ferrière0.0
La Parenthèse0.0
Le Kioske0.0
Maison des associations0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Cognin0.0
Médiathèque de Lancey0.0
Médiathèque de St Pierre d'Allevard0.0
Médiathèque Fabrice Melquiot0.0
Médiathèque Froges des Champs0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque Gilbert Dallet0.0
Médiathèque Jean Pellerin0.0
Médiathèque Jean-Jacques Rousseau0.0
Médiathèque Jean-Louis Favre0.0
Médiathèque Jules Verne0.0
Mediathèque Media'Lac0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Bassens0.0
Médiathèque Municipale Grange-Neuve0.0
Médiathèque Samivel0.0
Salle des Arts0.0
USMB Bâtiment 10 - Bibliothèque Universitaire du Bourget-du-Lac0.0

Farmers Markets in Barraux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle Sainte-Claire
Marché Couvert des Halles
Marché Croix-Rouge
Marché de Gières
Marché des Aiguinards
Marché des Buclos
Marché des Halles
Marché des Hauts de Chambéry
Marché Hébert
Marché Place Sainte-Claire
Place de Verdun
Stalingrad

Castles in Barraux

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Maximy
Château du Fayet
Fort Barraux

Gas Stations in Barraux

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Intermarché

Breweries in Barraux

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Distillerie du Mont Blanc
Brasserie du Merle
Brasserie Grésiv'Ale
Brasserie La Barbue
Brasserie Les Rois Malts
Brewhouse
L’Antre 2 Bières
La bonne fabrique (brasserie et atelier bois)
Le Mel'in
Les funambules
Mandrin
Micro-brasserie Noisigotte
Petite Bière Dezaillons

Stadiums & Teams in Barraux

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Ski Resorts Near Barraux

78 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 $0
Jardin Enfants 0.0 $0
Le Semnoz 0.0 $0
Espace Diamant (Les Saisies) 0.0 $0
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 $0
Plateau du Revard 0.0 $0
Le Revard 0.0 $0
Arêches Beaufort 0.0 $0
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 $0
La Féclaz 0.0 $0
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 $0
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 $0
Les Entremonts 0.0 $0
Le Granier 0.0 $0
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Tremplins du Praz 0.0 $0
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 $0
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Col de Marcieu 0.0 $0
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 $0
Môm' Park 0.0 $0
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Romme 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 $0
Cascades de Glace du Reposoir 0.0 $0
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Snowpark 0.0 $0
Les 3 Vallées 0.0 $0
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 $0
Plateau des Glières 0.0 $0
Cordon 0.0 $0
Stade de Slalom 0.0 $0
La Clusaz 0.0 $0
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc 0.0 $0
Megève/Saint-Gervais 0.0 $0
Evasion Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Col d'Ornon 0.0 $0
Chamrousse 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 $0
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 $0
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Colline des Bains 0.0 $0
Le Chazelet 0.0 $0
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 $0
La Grave 0.0 $0
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 $0
Méaudre 0.0 $0
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 $0
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 $0
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 $0
Les Signaraux 0.0 $0
Serre Chevalier 0.0 $0
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 $0
Gresse en Vercors 0.0 $0
Pelvoux-Vallouise 0.0 $0
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 $0
Les Sybelles 0.0 $0
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 $0
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 $0
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 $0
Col de Porte 0.0 $0
Val Thorens 0.0 $0
Les 7 Laux 0.0 $0
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Le Corbier 0.0 $0
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 $0
Puy-Saint-Vincent 0.0 $0
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 $0
Les Karellis 0.0 $0
Albiez-Montrond 0.0 $0
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 $0
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 $0
Valloire - Galibier Thabor 0.0 $0
Valfréjus 0.0 $0
Les Coulmes 0.0 $0

Airports Near Barraux

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal AirfieldSmall Airport
Altiport de VaugellazSmall Airport
Altiport du Col de CeniseSmall Airport
Altisurface de ValmorelSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belley-Peyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de Montmeilleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Belledonne AltiportSmall Airport
Col de Sarenne AltiportSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Courchevel AltiportCVFSmall Airport
Crête de Brouffiers AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Dôme de la Lauze AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier Lombard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud AirfieldSmall Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre AltisurfaceSmall Airport
L'Arpette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Leyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbin AirfieldSmall Airport
Megève AltiportMVVSmall Airport
Mens AirstripSmall Airport
Méribel AltiportMFXSmall Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd AirfieldSmall Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Pointe de l'Ouillon AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Vincent de Mercuze AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-d'Arves AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-en-Royans AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Rémy-de-Maurienne AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Roch Mayères AltisurfaceSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barraux

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Sainte-Catherine
Église Saint-Martin

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Barraux

What is the population of Barraux?

Barraux has a population of 1,585 residents and is located in France. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles.

Is Barraux expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,646, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $137,800 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $689 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Barraux?

Barraux enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches, with 42.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Barraux?

The unemployment rate in Barraux is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 95 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Barraux?

The median home value in Barraux is $137,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $689.

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