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Châtillon-en-Bazois, France

Bourgogne · France

Châtillon-en-Bazois is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 1,070. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,070 Population 77/sq mi density
781 ft Elevation 238 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,643 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,643 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $405/mo rent

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About Châtillon-en-Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois is a commune in the Nièvre department in central France.

People

Population1,070
Density77/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,643
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$405
Housing Units428
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Population1,070
Population Density77 / sq mi
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates47.0546°, 3.6589°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (787 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,643

About Châtillon-en-Bazois

Châtillon-en-Bazois is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 1,070. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Châtillon-en-Bazois is $21,643, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (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 64 business establishments.

Income: Châtillon-en-Bazois vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,643
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châtillon-en-Bazois is $81,000, 71% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $405 (65% below the national average of $1,163). There are 428 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 3.7x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$405
65% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units428

Property Tax

Châtillon-en-Bazois experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 280 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 31.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below France avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area13.9 sq mi (35.9 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates47.0546°N, 3.6589°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.99"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

161 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 9, 2022.

May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 122 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 137 km
Jan 25, 1993 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France M3.8 114 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 138 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km ESE of Selongey, France M3.7 139 km
Aug 6, 1997 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France M3.6 142 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 125 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 137 km
Jul 25, 2002 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.5 115 km
Aug 1, 2006 7 km ESE of Beaune, France M3.4 97 km
Jul 25, 2002 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.4 117 km
Nov 14, 1997 4 km WNW of Châteaumeillant, France M3.3 127 km
Jan 19, 1999 3 km SSW of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.3 134 km
Mar 6, 1999 2 km W of Vienne-en-Val, France M3.3 144 km
Oct 25, 1991 4 km NW of Savigny-lès-Beaune, France M3.2 84 km
Aug 1, 1999 1 km SSW of Perrecy-les-Forges, France M3.1 65 km
Sep 3, 2003 4 km NW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.1 138 km
Oct 19, 1995 5 km W of Montaigut, France M3.1 119 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.1 138 km
Sep 9, 1991 4 km NNW of Commentry, France M3.0 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (152 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 152 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.7 in

Châtillon-en-Bazois has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 36°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Châtillon-en-Bazois

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire
Ancienne école d'Aunay-en-Bazois
École maternelle
École élémentaire
École élémentaire
École maternelle
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Radio Stations near Châtillon-en-Bazois

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RMC Info Talk Sport sports news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Coquelicot MP3
Kizrock Rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Châtillon-en-Bazois

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Le Toueur V, Centre d'Interprétation Touristique et Culturel
Maison de l'Elevage et du Charolais
Musée de La Mine - La Machine
Musee de la Resistance
Muséum

Libraries in Châtillon-en-Bazois

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Corbigny0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Decize0.0
Cyber-base0.0

Farmers Markets in Châtillon-en-Bazois

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert

Hotels in Châtillon-en-Bazois

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge de l'Hôtel de France

Cafes in Châtillon-en-Bazois

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café de l'Union
Le Petit Sénat

Castles in Châtillon-en-Bazois

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Achun
Château de Châtillon-en-Bazois
Château du Haut-Fort

Train Stations in Châtillon-en-Bazois

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ancienne gare d'Aunay

Gas Stations in Châtillon-en-Bazois

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia
FR #6545895589

Banks in Châtillon-en-Bazois

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Airports Near Châtillon-en-Bazois

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nevers-Fourchambault AirportNVSMedium Airport
Saint-Yan AirportSYTMedium Airport
Autun-Bellevue AirfieldSmall Airport
Avallon AirfieldSmall Airport
Béard AirfieldSmall Airport
Blanot AirfieldSmall Airport
Champlemy AirfieldSmall Airport
Clamecy-Rix AirfieldSmall Airport
Cosne-sur-Loire AirfieldSmall Airport
Cravant Vincelles AirfieldSmall Airport
Jouet sur l'Aubois AirfieldSmall Airport
La Collancelle Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tuilière AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Charmois AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Creusot Le Gros Chaillot AirfieldSmall Airport
Lurcy-Lévis AirfieldSmall Airport
Luzy AirfieldSmall Airport
Montceau-les-Mines Pouilloux AirfieldSmall Airport
Moulins-Montbeugny AirfieldSmall Airport
Paray-le-Monial AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Fargeau AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Martin des Champs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saulieu-Liernais AirfieldSmall Airport
Semur-en-Auxois AirfieldSmall Airport
Treigny Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Verneuil en BourbonnaisSmall Airport
Ville Langy AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Châtillon-en-Bazois

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aunay-en-Bazois
Châtillon-en-Bazois
Poste Annexe
Tamnay-en-Bazois

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châtillon-en-Bazois

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de la Nativité-de-la-Vierge-Marie
Église Saint-André
Église Saint-Denys
Église Saint-Étienne
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul
Église Saint-Victor

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 Châtillon-en-Bazois

What is the population of Châtillon-en-Bazois?

Châtillon-en-Bazois has a population of 1,070 residents and is located in France. The population density is 77 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles.

Is Châtillon-en-Bazois expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,643, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $81,000 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $405 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Châtillon-en-Bazois?

Châtillon-en-Bazois has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches.

How is the job market in Châtillon-en-Bazois?

The job market in Châtillon-en-Bazois faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Châtillon-en-Bazois?

The median home value in Châtillon-en-Bazois is $81,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $405.

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