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Bourg-lès-Valence, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Bourg-lès-Valence is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 19,770. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,770 Population 2,194/sq mi density
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,814 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$23,814 median income, 13.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$126,000 home value, $630/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population19,770
Density2,194/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,814
Unemployment13.3%
Poverty16.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$126,000
Rent$630
Housing Units7,908
Rent Burden28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Population19,770
Population Density2,194 / sq mi
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates44.9470°, 4.8946°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (882 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$23,814

About Bourg-lès-Valence

Bourg-lès-Valence is a small city in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 19,770. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Bourg-lès-Valence is $23,814, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,186 business establishments.

Income: Bourg-lès-Valence vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,814
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.3%
269% above France avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above France avg
Establishments (County)1,186

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bourg-lès-Valence is $126,000, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $630 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,908 total housing units in the city. 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,000
55% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below France avg
Rent Burden28.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,908

Property Tax

Climate in Bourg-lès-Valence

Bourg-lès-Valence has an average annual temperature of 12.5°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (23°C), the coldest is Jan (2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 783 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.3°C / 36°F -5.2° / 13.5° 36.0
Feb 5.7°C / 42°F -3.8° / 16.5° 34.9
Mar 7.9°C / 46°F -3° / 19.9° 51.3
Apr 10.5°C / 51°F -2.4° / 22.9° 57.4
May 14.7°C / 58°F 3.6° / 25.7° 74.9
Jun 20.2°C / 68°F 9.4° / 33° 78.0
Jul 23°C / 73°F 11.1° / 37.1° 39.6
Aug 23°C / 73°F 10.5° / 37.4° 43.2
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 5.1° / 32.2° 74.6
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 4.5° / 25.2° 108.5
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F -3.4° / 18.6° 91.2
Dec 4°C / 39°F -5° / 15.4° 93.3
Bourg-lès-Valence enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 296 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density2,194/sq mi
Coordinates44.9470°N, 4.8946°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.7"
9% below France avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

548 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 M4.8 148 km
Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 146 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 143 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 138 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 146 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 145 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 134 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 82 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 58 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 147 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 139 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 147 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 117 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 126 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 73 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 139 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 132 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 103 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 70 km
Oct 3, 1997 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.8 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (176 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
February 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
March 47°F (9°C) 2.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.8 in
July 75°F (24°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in Wettest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Bourg-lès-Valence has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 41°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Bourg-lès-Valence

31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée agricole du Valentin
École privée Sainte-Thérèse
Groupe scolaire Célestin Freinet
École maternelle
Groupe scolaire Émile Barthelon
Groupe scolaire des Chirouzes
Groupe scolaire Jean Moulin
Collège Jean Zay
Groupe scolaire Seignobos
École maternelle Jacques Reynaud
École élémentaire Jacques Reynaud
École élémentaire Montessori
École du Moulin d'Albon
Groupe scolaire de l'Armailler
École publique Moulin d'Albon
École maternelle Moulin d'Albon
École maternelle Célestin Freinet
Collège Gérard Gaud
Lycée général et technologique Les Trois Sources
École élémentaire Gilbert Pestre
École maternelle Chony
École élémentaire publique Albert Bayet
Maison de la Musique et de la Danse
École maternelle Jean Moulin
École élémentaire Jean Moulin
École élémentaire l'Armailler
École maternelle l'Armailler
École maternelle Robert Monnet
École élémentaire Robert Monnet
École technique privée Epseco
École élémentaire publique Céléstin Freinet
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Radio Stations near Bourg-lès-Valence

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Méga chansons françaises, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Radio Saint Ferréol MP3
Radio Saint Féréol associative MP3
Radio Zig Zag - Pays de Romans local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
RDWA Luc dub, eclectic MP3 192 kbps
Jean marc Relut local music, shanson MP3 320 kbps
RCF Drôme christian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fontaine chansons françaises OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Bourg-lès-Valence

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ardéche Miniatures
Centre d'art de Crest
Centre du Patrimoine Arménien
Château - Musée de Tournon
La Gare des Ramières
Les Clévos, cité des savoirs
Les Fossiles d'Ardèche et d'Ailleurs
Maison de la Céramique
Maison de la Résistance Mathias Mathieu
Musée Archéologique
Musée d'Art et d'Archéologie de Valence
Musée d'Art Sacré
Musée de Céloline : Minéraux et Fossiles
Musée de Crussol
Musée de l'Insolite
Musée de la Pogne
Musée des amis de la Station d'Etoile
Musée des Berthalais
Musée du Bois
Musée Homme de Fer
Musée International de la Chaussure de Romans
Musée Pierre Vigne
Sanctuaire St Joseph
SculpturArt
Village Provençal

Libraries in Bourg-lès-Valence

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Fontbarlettes0.0
Bibliothèque de Montmeyran0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Julien en Saint-Alban0.0
Bibliothèque du DSDA0.0
Bibliothèque Le Liseron. Maison des associations0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Étables0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Beauchastel0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Victor0.0
CASI Cheminots Région de Lyon0.0
Centre René Cassin0.0
Chatulivre0.0
Maison des Associations0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Chabeuil0.0
Médiathèque de Chateauneuf sur Isère0.0
Médiathèque de Fontbarlettes0.0
Médiathèque de Mours Saint Eusèbe0.0
Médiathèque de Portes lès Valence0.0
Médiathèque de Valence Sud, Jules Ferry0.0
Médiathèque départementale0.0
Médiathèque départementale Drôme des Collines0.0
Médiathèque Domaine Revol0.0
Médiathèque du Plan0.0
Médiathèque du Tambour0.0
Médiathèque Esperluette0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterrand Latour Maubourg0.0
Médiathèque Joëlle Ritter0.0
Médiathèque La Passerelle0.0
Médiathèque La Passerelle0.0
médiathèque Le Patio0.0
Médiathèque Louise Michel0.0
Médiathèque Monnaie0.0
Médiathèque Rhône Crussol0.0
Médiathèque Rhône Crussol0.0
Médiathèque Simone de Beauvoir0.0
Médiathèque Vallée de la Drôme0.0

Farmers Markets in Bourg-lès-Valence

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Etoile Café
Halle Saint-Jean
La Halle
Marché aux Fruits
Marché de Chabeuil
Place de l'Europe
Place des Clercs
Place du Marché
Place du Marché

Hotels in Bourg-lès-Valence

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antipodes
B&B Hôtel
Hôtel F1 Valence Nord
Hôtel Kyriad Valence Nord
Kyriad Direct Valence Nord
Nestor
Sure Hotel by Best Western Valence Nord

Cafes in Bourg-lès-Valence

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

L’Art des Choix de Chony

Theatres in Bourg-lès-Valence

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre Bel-Image - La Comédie de Valence
Théâtre Le Rhône

Dentists in Bourg-lès-Valence

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet de dentiste Tristan Chabbert
Docteur Mariana Dobre

Veterinaries in Bourg-lès-Valence

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire des Chabanneries : Vetrhona

Gas Stations in Bourg-lès-Valence

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #8415463400
Station service E. Leclerc
Total Access
Total Access

Banks in Bourg-lès-Valence

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Mutuel
Société Générale

Gyms in Bourg-lès-Valence

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Myway Fitness Valence

Breweries in Bourg-lès-Valence

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3:6:9 Bière Craft
Auberge de Longue Vie
Brasserie de la Pleine Lune
Brasserie du Loup Blanc
Brasserie Hildegarde
Brasserie Longue Vie
Free Mousse
O' Saint-Paul

Stadiums & Teams in Bourg-lès-Valence

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Ski Resorts Near Bourg-lès-Valence

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 $0
Gresse en Vercors 0.0 $0
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 $0
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 $0
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 $0
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 $0
Colline des Bains 0.0 $0
Méaudre 0.0 $0
Les Coulmes 0.0 $0
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 $0
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bourg-lès-Valence

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AubenassonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-PaulSmall Airport
Altiport de La Motte ChalanconSmall Airport
Altisurface de FauconSmall Airport
Altisurface de l'EscoulinSmall Airport
Altisurface de la JasserieSmall Airport
Altisurface du Grand TerrusSmall Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Assieu Paramotor AirfieldSmall Airport
Champis 07 AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Bacchus AirstripSmall Airport
Cret de Montieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Creysseilles les croix AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône AirfieldSmall Airport
Frontonas AirfieldSmall Airport
Grand Champ AirfieldSmall Airport
La jalabertière AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Vastres AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Corbas AirfieldSmall Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Montélimar-Ancône AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pierrelatte AirfieldSmall Airport
Précieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruoms AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-en-Royans AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon AirfieldSmall Airport
St Galmier AirfieldSmall Airport
Valréas Visan AirfieldSmall Airport
Vienne Reventin AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bourg-lès-Valence

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bourg-lès-Valence
La Poste Relais Bourg-lès-Valence Buraliste Rp
Valence Herriot

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bourg-lès-Valence

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle des Cordeliers
Église Réformée
Église Saint-jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Sainte-Claire

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 Bourg-lès-Valence

What is the population of Bourg-lès-Valence?

Bourg-lès-Valence has a population of 19,770 residents and is located in France. The population density is 2,194 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles.

Is Bourg-lès-Valence expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,814, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $126,000 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bourg-lès-Valence?

Bourg-lès-Valence enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bourg-lès-Valence?

The job market in Bourg-lès-Valence faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,186 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bourg-lès-Valence?

The median home value in Bourg-lès-Valence is $126,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $630.

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