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Champfromier, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Champfromier is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 618. Elevation: 2,133 ft (650 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
618 Population 49/sq mi density
2,133 ft Elevation 650 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,592 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$29,592 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$111,200 home value, $556/mo rent

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People

Population618
Density49/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,592
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,200
Rent$556
Housing Units247
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation2,133 ft (650 m)
Population618
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation2,133 ft (650 m)
Coordinates46.1938°, 5.8139°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Household Income$29,592

About Champfromier

Champfromier is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 618. The city sits at an elevation of 2,133 feet (650 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Champfromier is $29,592, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (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 37 business establishments.

Income: Champfromier vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$29,592
61% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Champfromier is $111,200, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below the national average of $1,163). There are 247 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 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,200
61% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units247

Property Tax

Champfromier experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,133 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below France avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,133 ft (650 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates46.1938°N, 5.8139°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above France avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.80"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

717 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 125 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 24 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 46 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 64 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 63 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 125 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 27 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 126 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 138 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 101 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 127 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 125 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 115 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 120 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 121 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 99 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 75 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 41 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 128 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 109 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 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.2 in
February 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 38°F (4°C) 3.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 3.5 in Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 33°F (1°C) 4.6 in

Champfromier has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Champfromier

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Meuh electronic, funk MP3 128 kbps
RTS Couleur 3 (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vostok (CH) AAC+ 96 kbps
Planet Ambi HD (CH) ambient, drone MP3 320 kbps
H2O annecy, haute-savoie MP3 128 kbps
Magic radio 80s, flac OGG 1500 kbps
Basspistol Radio (CH) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Rockenfolie rock MP3 256 kbps
ODS Radio Rock alternative rock, indie rock MP3 128 kbps
Geneva Latina Radio (CH) MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Lac (CH) genève, lac MP3 128 kbps
Radio Plein Air Jura - La Radio Hit Régionale pop music MP3 192 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 kbps
Radio Zones 93,8 FM african, blues MP3 192 kbps
One FM (CH) MP3 128 kbps
KTFM / Global Sport (CH) 70s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
World Radio Switzerland (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Magic Radio - Proxima MP3 192 kbps
SunAlpes Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio FMR AAC+ 32 kbps
La radio Plus MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio Légende du Rock alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Champfromier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ATLAS Visitors Centre
CERN Science Gateway
L'Atelier des Savoir-Faire
Le Monde des Automates
Maison du parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura
Musée de l'Abbaye
Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Ain
Musée de la Tournerie - Artisanat sur Corne
Musée de la Vache et des Alpages
Musée des Lapidaires
Musée du Bois
Musée du Jouet
Musée du lapidaire et des pierres fines et précieuses
Musée du Peigne et de la Plasturgie
Musée Métiers d'Autrefois du Haut Jura
Pipe and diamond Museum
The Globe of Science and Innovation
Usine électrique la Grande Vapeur

Libraries in Champfromier

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Cartigny0.0
Bibliothèque de Chancy0.0
Bibliothèque de la Salèvienne0.0
Bibliothèque de Valleiry0.0
Bibliothèque de Vers0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Collonges0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Gex0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Marlioz0.0
Bibliothèque Populaire0.0
Bibliothèque-Ludothèque d'Avusy0.0
Centre de Doculentation et d'Information0.0
CERN main library0.0
CERN main library0.0
La fraternelle0.0
Le Champ du Livre0.0
Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Châtillon-en-Michaille0.0
Médiathèque de Montréal-La-Cluse0.0
Médiathèque Dubouillon0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque Jura-Sud0.0
Médiathèque Le Dôme0.0
Mediatheque LOUIS MIRAILET0.0

Farmers Markets in Champfromier

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché
Marché artisanal de la Grenette
Parc Jeantet

Hotels in Champfromier

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Ducret
Hôtel restaurant du Commerce - Blanc
Le Relais Nordique

Cafes in Champfromier

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café des Ours

Gas Stations in Champfromier

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia
Avia

Breweries in Champfromier

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de la Borne Sàrl
Brasserie de la Borne Sàrl
Brasserie du Lizon
Brasserie L'étincelle
PereJakob
PereJakob

Stadiums & Teams in Champfromier

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Ski Resorts Near Champfromier

46 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Le Brassus 0.0 $0
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 $0
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 $0
La Serra 0.0 $0
Dôle-Tuffes 0.0 $0
Saint-Cergue 0.0 $0
Les Rousses 0.0 $0
La Trélasse 0.0 $0
Longchaumois Rosset 0.0 $0
Saint-George 0.0 $0
Bellefontaine 0.0 $0
Les Gentianes 0.0 $0
Grange des Bois 0.0 $0
Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) 0.0 $0
Morbier - Le Glacier 0.0 $0
L'Orient 0.0 $0
l'Abbaye 0.0 $0
Foncine le Haut 0.0 $0
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 $0
Mouthe 0.0 $0
Métabief 0.0 $0
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 $0
Les Fourgs 0.0 $0
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 $0
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 $0
La Féclaz 0.0 $0
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 $0
Le Revard 0.0 $0
Plateau du Revard 0.0 $0
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 $0
Le Semnoz 0.0 $0
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 $0
La Clusaz 0.0 $0
Stade de Slalom 0.0 $0
Plateau des Glières 0.0 $0
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 $0
Môm' Park 0.0 $0
Snowpark 0.0 $0
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 $0
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Menthières 0.0 $0
Massif des Brasses 0.0 $0
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 $0

Airports Near Champfromier

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Annemasse AirfieldMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - MeximieuxSmall Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal AirfieldSmall Airport
Altiport du Col de CeniseSmall Airport
Altisurface de ValmorelSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de PolliatSmall Airport
Base ULM de Val-RevermontSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belley-Peyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat AirfieldSmall Airport
Cervens AirfieldSmall Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Frontonas AirfieldSmall Airport
Habère Poche AirfieldSmall Airport
La Côte AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULMSmall Airport
Leyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Lombard AirfieldSmall Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Montricher AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontarlier AirfieldSmall Airport
Sagy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean D'avelanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Talissieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Yenne AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Champfromier

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence Communale
Agence Postale municipale de Champfromier

Treatment Centers in Champfromier

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FAM Pré la Tour

Churches & Religious Organizations in Champfromier

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de-l'Assomption-de-Notre-Dame
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
Église Saint-Martin-d'Auxerre

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Waterfalls
3
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 Champfromier

What is the population of Champfromier?

Champfromier has a population of 618 residents and is located in France. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles.

Is Champfromier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,592, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,200 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Champfromier?

Champfromier has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Champfromier?

The job market in Champfromier faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Champfromier?

The median home value in Champfromier is $111,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $556.

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