Biol, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Biol is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,343. Elevation: 1,522 ft (464 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

1,343 Population 714/sq mi density

1,522 ft Elevation 464 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

45.4 in Annual Rain

Europe / Paris Timezone

$25,693 Median Income

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.7 / 5.0

$25,693 median income, 7.3% unemployment

Affordability

3.4 / 5.0

$148,600 home value, $743/mo rent

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People

Population1,343

Density714/mi²

Economy

C+

Median Income$25,693

Unemployment7.3%

Poverty0.1%

Housing

Home Value$148,600

Rent$743

Housing Units537

Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

Rain45.4 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)

Population	1,343
Population Density	714 / sq mi
Elevation	1,522 ft (464 m)
Coordinates	45.4914°, 5.3855°
Timezone	Europe/Paris
Country	🇫🇷 France
State / Province	Rhône-Alpes
Average Temperature	54°F (12°C)
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation	45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income	$25,693

About Biol

Biol is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,343. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet (464 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Biol is $25,693, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (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 81 business establishments.

Income: Biol vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$25,693
	66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.3%
	103% above France avg
Poverty Rate	0.1%
	99% below France avg
Establishments (County)	81

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Biol is $148,600, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below the national average of $1,163). There are 537 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 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$148,600
	47% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$743
	36% below France avg
Rent Burden	25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units	537

Property Tax

Biol experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 269 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 45.4 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	54.1°F
	0% below France avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,522 ft (464 m)
Area	1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density	714/sq mi
Coordinates	45.4914°N, 5.3855°W
Timezone	Europe/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"

19% above France avg

Snowfall 7.8"

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.33"

Driest Month (Jul) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 7, 2014	7 km SE of Guillestre, France	M4.8	143 km
Feb 11, 1991	5 km ESE of Briançon, France	M4.6	124 km
Mar 12, 2022	3 km S of Faverges, France	M4.5	74 km
Dec 14, 1994	7 km SSE of Amancy, France	M4.5	95 km
Jul 15, 1996	3 km NE of Chilly, France	M4.5	74 km
May 24, 1995	7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland	M4.4	147 km
Jul 23, 1996	4 km W of Choisy, France	M4.4	74 km
Jun 30, 2010	3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France	M4.3	85 km
Feb 26, 2012	13 km ESE of Embrun, France	M4.2	146 km
Jan 11, 1999	2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France	M4.2	50 km
May 30, 2001	6 km N of Beaufort, France	M4.1	98 km
Jan 11, 2006	1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France	M4.1	49 km
Jan 7, 2013	7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France	M4.1	127 km
Feb 18, 1996	13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France	M4.1	133 km
May 25, 2003	4 km ESE of Valloire, France	M4.0	94 km
Sep 13, 1999	1 km NE of Biol, France	M4.0	2 km
Feb 17, 2008	8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy	M4.0	146 km
Feb 14, 1990	4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France	M4.0	138 km
Feb 23, 2001	2 km E of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland	M3.9	149 km
May 15, 1997	4 km WNW of Modane, France	M3.9	101 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	-	-	147 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (190 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Chaine des Puys	Lava dome(s)	1,464 m (4,803 ft)	-4040	190 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	3.0 in
February	38°F (3°C)	2.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.3 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.6 in
May	56°F (14°C)	4.1 in
June	62°F (17°C)	3.7 in
July	71°F (22°C)	2.7 in	Warmest, Driest
August	67°F (19°C)	2.8 in
September	60°F (16°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
October	52°F (11°C)	4.3 in
November	42°F (6°C)	3.9 in
December	37°F (3°C)	3.1 in	Coldest

Biol has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 37°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Biol

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
École Brocard	-	-	-	-
École élémentaire privée Dominique Savio	-	-	-	-
École Général Brocard	-	-	-	-
École Saint-Exupéry	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Biol

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
VIRGIN RADIO	-	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble 90.8	-	MP3
Alpes 1 Grenoble	-	MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90	-	MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues	-	AAC+ 64 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère	local, local radio	MP3 192 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
Max Radio Grenoble	dance, dance music	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Italienne de Grenoble	-	MP3 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB)	-	AAC 64 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse	-	MP3
Radio Grésivaudan	local news, local radio	MP3 320 kbps
Radio Pluriel	-	MP3 320 kbps
Lyon Demain	france, local news	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fontaine	chansons françaises	OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Biol

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Caves de Chartreuse
Écomusée du patrimoine des métiers
Jean Devron
La Grange Chevrotière
La Grange Dimière
Le Repaire Louis Mandrin
Maison d'Izieu, mémorial des enfants juifs exterminés
Maison Ravier
Minéralogica
Musée
Musée archéologique du lac de Paladru
Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Musée de Bressieux
Musée des Liqueurs Cherry Rocher
Musée des Tisserands
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Hector-Berlioz
Musée Mainssieux
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Museum of the wooden-sole galosh

Libraries in Biol

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Bibliothèque		0.0
Bibliothèque		0.0
Bibliothèque		0.0
Bibliothèque		0.0
Bibliothèque		0.0
Bibliothèque Arcolade		0.0
Bibliothèque de Four		0.0
Bibliothèque de Jameyzieu		0.0
Bibliothèque de La Buisse		0.0
Bibliothèque de la Fontaine		0.0
Bibliothèque de Noyarey		0.0
Bibliothèque de Paladru		0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaulx-Milieu		0.0
Bibliothèque des Fougères		0.0
Bibliothèque des Roches		0.0
Bibliothèque du Pin - René Pellat		0.0
Bibliothèque Intercommunale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale		0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Crémieu		0.0
Espace Michel Brunel - Château de Saint-Ours		0.0
Francine Carles		0.0
La Fée Verte		0.0
La Sirène		0.0
Les Mots Passant		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Mediathèque		0.0
Médiathèque		0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda		0.0
Médiathèque André Malraux		0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère		0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère		0.0
Médiathèque Biévre-Isére		0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay		0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu		0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri		0.0
Médiathèque de l'orangerie		0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau		0.0
Médiathèque de Villefontaine		0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour		0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour		0.0
Médiathèque et ludothèque		0.0
Médiathèque George Sand		0.0
Médiathèque Les Abrets en Dauphiné		0.0
Médiathèque Les Rondiers		0.0
Médiathèque municipale		0.0
Médiathèque municipale		0.0
Médiathèque Philippe Vial		0.0
Pages & Partage		0.0

Farmers Markets in Biol

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Ferme de la Cassole
Les Halles
Les Halles
Marché
Marché de Charavines
Marché de Fures
Marché de Tullins
Marché de Tullins
Marché de Voiron
Marché Paysan

Hotels in Biol

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Milles et une yourtes

Cafes in Biol

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chez Jacky

Gas Stations in Biol

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elan

Breweries in Biol

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie des Ursulines
Brasserie Thetys
La Bi'nche
La Maiz'
Les Bières du Temps

Stadiums & Teams in Biol

Team	League	Division

Ski Resorts Near Biol

38 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Les Entremonts	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Les 7 Laux	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Col de Porte	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Les Egaux - St Hugues	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Domaine du Barioz	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Stade des Neiges du Barioz	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Col de Marcieu	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Le Granier	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Sappey-en-Chartreuse	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Aillon-Margériaz	-	-	$0	-	-	-
La Féclaz	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Col de Plainpalais	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Le Revard	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Plateau du Revard	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Terre Ronde	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Menthières	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Montagnes de Lans	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Gresse en Vercors	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Les Signaraux	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Col de l'Arzelier	-	-	$0	-	-	-
L'Alpe du Grand Serre	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Col d'Ornon	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Porte d'Herbouilly	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Villard de Lans - Corrençon	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Colline des Bains	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Station du Col de Rousset	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Chamrousse	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Méaudre	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Les Coulmes	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Domaine de Beldina	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Biol

50 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
Chambéry Aix les Bains airport	CMF	Medium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport	GNB	Medium Airport
Lyon Bron Airport	LYN	Medium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil Airport	VAF	Medium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux	-	Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul	-	Small Airport
Altisurface de l'Escoulin	-	Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield	-	Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield	-	Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave	-	Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins	-	Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield	-	Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield	-	Small Airport
Belley-Peyrieu Airfield	-	Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield	-	Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield	-	Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield	-	Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield	-	Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield	-	Small Airport
Château de Montmeilleur Airfield	-	Small Airport
Col de Bacchus Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport	-	Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield	-	Small Airport
Corlier Altiport	-	Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface	-	Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield	-	Small Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône Airfield	-	Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield	-	Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield	-	Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield	-	Small Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud Altiport	AHZ	Small Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre Altisurface	-	Small Airport
La Tour-de-Pin Airfield	-	Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Lavours Airfield	-	Small Airport
Leyrieu Airfield	-	Small Airport
Lumbin Airfield	-	Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield	-	Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield	-	Small Airport
Mens Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield	-	Small Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd Airfield	-	Small Airport
Montaud Airfield	-	Small Airport
Morestel Airfield	-	Small Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette Altisurface	-	Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface	-	Small Airport

Post Offices in Biol

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Biol

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biol

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Église de l'Immaculée-Conception
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Sainte-Thérèse-de-l'Enfant-Jésus

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 Biol

What is the population of Biol?

Biol has a population of 1,343 residents and is located in France. The population density is 714 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

Is Biol expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,693, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,600 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $743 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Biol?

Biol 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 71°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Biol?

The unemployment rate in Biol is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 81 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Biol?

The median home value in Biol is $148,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $743.

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Economy 4/13

Housing 4/17

Health 0/26

Crime & Safety 0/12

Climate & Environment 7/19

Community 0/14

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Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

Places & Facilities 11/32

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