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Baume-les-Dames, France

Bourgogne · France

Baume-les-Dames is a small city in Bourgogne, France with a population of 5,759. Elevation: 928 ft (283 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,759 Population 460/sq mi density
928 ft Elevation 283 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,663 Median Income
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Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$23,663 median income, 12.1% unemployment
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Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $528/mo rent

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About Baume-les-Dames

Baume-les-Dames

Baume-les-Dames is a commune in the Doubs department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France. The French mineralogist and chemist Jacques-Joseph Ébelmen (1814–1852), the writer and poet Charles-Émilien Thuriet (1832–1920) and the archaeologist Gustave Fougères (1863–1927) were all born in Baume-les-Dames.

People

Population5,759
Density460/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,663
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty14.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$105,600
Rent$528
Housing Units2,304
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Population5,759
Population Density460 / sq mi
Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Coordinates47.3530°, 6.3612°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,107 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$23,663

About Baume-les-Dames

Baume-les-Dames is a small city in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 5,759. The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet (283 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Baume-les-Dames is $23,663, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 346 business establishments.

Income: Baume-les-Dames vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,663
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% above France avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above France avg
Establishments (County)346

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Baume-les-Dames is $105,600, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,304 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below France avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,304

Property Tax

Baume-les-Dames experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below France avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates47.3530°N, 6.3612°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above France avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

608 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 21, 2025.

Feb 22, 2003 4 km W of Rambervillers, France M5.0 111 km
Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 81 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 149 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 30 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 11 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 79 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 134 km
Dec 30, 1992 2 km SW of Ühlingen-Birkendorf, Germany M4.2 150 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 137 km
May 12, 2005 1 km NW of Oensingen, Switzerland M4.2 101 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 102 km
Jun 28, 2004 2 km NNW of Brugg, Switzerland M4.2 139 km
Jun 21, 2004 1 km WSW of Frenkendorf, Switzerland M4.1 102 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 83 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 133 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 80 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 104 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 113 km
Nov 17, 1997 2 km ENE of Blotzheim, France M4.0 93 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.0 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m 140 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in
December 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Baume-les-Dames has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Baume-les-Dames

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire
École primaire
École primaire Gaston Jeannot
École primaire
École primaire intercommunale
École maternelle des Monts et vallées
École élémentaire des Monts et vallées
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du collège René Cassin
Collège René Cassin
École maternelle de la Prairie
École élémentaire du Breuil
Lycée professionnel Jouffroy d'Abbans
École maternelle et primaire de Cour
École élémentaire les Terreaux
École maternelle Centre
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Baume-les-Dames

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RTN (CH) regional MP3 128 kbps
Fréquence Amitié Vesoul blues, jazz MP3 128 kbps
4U Radios - 4U 70s Flowers classic hits 70s, old hits MP3
Magnum La Radio MP3 192 kbps
Plein Air Besançon doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
Plein Air Pontarlier doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
Radio Food ambient, relaxing MP3 128 kbps
Radio Star Franche Comté MP3 128 kbps
Radio star VESOUL MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Baume-les-Dames

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye Sainte-Odile
Atelier de Gustave Courbet
Écomusée des Pipes Ropp
Ferme-musée du Montagnon
Fromagerie-Musée
Hôtel des Sires de Neuchâtel
Maison Louis Pergaud
Maison Natale de Saint Joseph Marchand
Musée Courbet
Musée de la Mémoire et de la Paix
Musée des Maisons comtoises
Musée rural

Libraries in Baume-les-Dames

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Chateau de Saget0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Marchaux0.0
Bibliothèque du village0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Gennes0.0
Espace Saint-Léger0.0
L'Onto0.0
Les AccRoche-livres0.0
Livre ouvert0.0
Ma bulle0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Alain Cartier0.0
Médiathèque Brachotte0.0
Médiathèque Jean Grosjean0.0
Médiathèque La Passerelle0.0
Médiathèque Les Arcades0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Baume-les-Dames

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Place de la Bascule

Hotels in Baume-les-Dames

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge des Moulins
Hôtel le Bambi

Cinemas in Baume-les-Dames

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Stella

Monuments in Baume-les-Dames

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jouffroy d'Abbans

Dentists in Baume-les-Dames

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet de groupe
FR #65760238

Veterinaries in Baume-les-Dames

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire

Train Stations in Baume-les-Dames

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baume-les-Dames

Gas Stations in Baume-les-Dames

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia
Évole énergies
Garage Droz
Intermarché
La station U

Banks in Baume-les-Dames

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel

Gyms in Baume-les-Dames

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liberty Gym

Breweries in Baume-les-Dames

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bière du Doubs
Brasserie de la Quiotte
Dan’s Beer
Terra Comtix

Ski Resorts Near Baume-les-Dames

36 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station du Markstein 0.0 $0
La Combe Saint-Pierre 0.0 $0
Pierrefontaine Les Varans 0.0 $0
Goule 0.0 $0
La Planche des Belles Filles 0.0 $0
Ballon d'Alsace 0.0 $0
Rouge Gazon 0.0 $0
Bussang Larcenaire 0.0 $0
Ventron 0.0 $0
Les Breuleux 0.0 $0
Snowkite Markstein 0.0 $0
Station de ski du Schnepfenried 0.0 $0
La Bresse Brabant 0.0 $0
La Bresse - Hohneck 0.0 $0
Gaschney 360 0.0 $0
La Bresse - Lispach 0.0 $0
Gérardmer 0.0 $0
Site Nordique des Trois Fours 0.0 $0
Brot-Dessus 0.0 $0
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 $0
Mont-Gibloux 0.0 $0
Mouthe 0.0 $0
Métabief 0.0 $0
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 $0
Les Fourgs 0.0 $0
Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses 0.0 $0
La Robella 0.0 $0
Foncine le Haut 0.0 $0
La Cernay Blanche 0.0 $0
Sommartel / Le Locle 0.0 $0
Site du Meix Musy 0.0 $0
Les Gollières 0.0 $0
La Corbatière 0.0 $0
Crêt-du-Puy 0.0 $0
Chapeau-Râblé - La Chaux-de-Fonds 0.0 $0
Les Bugnenets-Savagnières 0.0 $0

Airports Near Baume-les-Dames

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Les Eplatures AirportMedium Airport
Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air BaseMedium Airport
Montbéliard-Courcelles AirfieldMedium Airport
Payerne Air BaseVIPMedium Airport
Vesoul-Frotey AirfieldMedium Airport
Aéro Sermange AirfieldSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon AirfieldSmall Airport
Athose AirfieldSmall Airport
Bay AirfieldSmall Airport
Belfort Chaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon La Vèze AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon-Thise AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bressaucourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Bucey-lès-Gy AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Courtelary AirfieldSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Dropt AltiSurfaceSmall Airport
Ecuvillens AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontaine-lès-Clerval Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fournet ULMSmall Airport
Francourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Gevigney AirfieldSmall Airport
Gray Saint-Adrien AirfieldSmall Airport
Jasney AirfieldSmall Airport
La Malachère AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tête Des Champs AltiportSmall Airport
La Vrine Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lambrey AirfieldSmall Airport
Lanans AirfieldSmall Airport
Masevaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Môtiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuchâtel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontarlier AirfieldSmall Airport
Ramonchamp Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Saulnot AirfieldSmall Airport
Senoncourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Soppe AirfieldSmall Airport
Tincey AirfieldSmall Airport
Venisey AirfieldSmall Airport
Vigearde AirfieldSmall Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Baume-les-Dames

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Baume-les-Dames

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle de Ranguevelle
Chapelle du Saint-Sépulcre
Chapelle Saint-Erminfroid
Église de la Nativité-de-Notre-Dame
Église Notre-Dame
Église paroissiale Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Antide
Église Saint-Claude
Église Saint-Germain
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Maurice
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul
Église Saints-Pierre-et-Paul

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 Baume-les-Dames

What is the population of Baume-les-Dames?

Baume-les-Dames has a population of 5,759 residents and is located in France. The population density is 460 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles.

Is Baume-les-Dames expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,663, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,600 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Baume-les-Dames?

Baume-les-Dames has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Baume-les-Dames?

The job market in Baume-les-Dames faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 346 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Baume-les-Dames?

The median home value in Baume-les-Dames is $105,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $528.

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