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Châtillon-en-Michaille, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Châtillon-en-Michaille is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,668. Elevation: 1,706 ft (520 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
2,668 Population 184/sq mi density
1,706 ft Elevation 520 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,682 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$25,682 median income, 15.1% unemployment
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Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$201,000 home value, $1,005/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,668
Density184/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$25,682
Unemployment15.1%
Poverty17.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$201,000
Rent$1,005
Housing Units1,067
Rent Burden28.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Population2,668
Population Density184 / sq mi
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Coordinates46.1432°, 5.7995°
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$25,682

About Châtillon-en-Michaille

Châtillon-en-Michaille is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 2,668. The city sits at an elevation of 1,706 feet (520 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 Châtillon-en-Michaille is $25,682, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 160 business establishments.

Income: Châtillon-en-Michaille vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,682
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
319% above France avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above France avg
Establishments (County)160

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châtillon-en-Michaille is $201,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,005 (14% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,067 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,000
29% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,005
14% below France avg
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,067

Property Tax

Climate in Châtillon-en-Michaille

Châtillon-en-Michaille has an average annual temperature of 11.2°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.2°C / 36°F -0.7° / 5.1° 71.4
Feb 3.1°C / 38°F -0.8° / 7° 55.0
Mar 7°C / 45°F 2.1° / 11.9° 60.9
Apr 10.6°C / 51°F 5.3° / 16° 65.5
May 14.8°C / 59°F 9.4° / 20.1° 77.0
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 13° / 24.2° 80.9
Jul 20.8°C / 69°F 14.9° / 26.8° 77.4
Aug 20.4°C / 69°F 14.5° / 26.3° 80.1
Sep 16.2°C / 61°F 11.1° / 21.2° 86.7
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.6° 93.5
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 3° / 9.4° 86.7
Dec 2.9°C / 37°F 0.2° / 5.6° 87.8
Châtillon-en-Michaille 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 1,706 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

Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Area14.5 sq mi (37.6 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates46.1432°N, 5.7995°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above France avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

727 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 M4.7 129 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 20 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 61 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 45 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 69 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 131 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 23 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 140 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 97 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 126 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 117 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 131 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 120 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 73 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 124 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 102 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 125 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 37 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 108 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 78 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 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
February 33°F (1°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 34°F (1°C) 4.4 in

Châtillon-en-Michaille has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Châtillon-en-Michaille

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique
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Radio Stations near Châtillon-en-Michaille

22 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Meuh electronic, funk MP3 128 kbps
RTS Couleur 3 (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Planet Ambi HD (CH) ambient, drone MP3 320 kbps
Radio Vostok (CH) AAC+ 96 kbps
H2O annecy, haute-savoie MP3 128 kbps
Basspistol Radio (CH) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Magic radio 80s, flac OGG 1500 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 Zones 93,8 FM african, blues MP3 192 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 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 Châtillon-en-Michaille

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Le Monde des Automates
Maison du parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura
Musée archéologique d'Izernore
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 du Bois
Musée du Bugey-Valromey
Musée du lapidaire et des pierres fines et précieuses
Musée du Peigne et de la Plasturgie
Musée Léon Marès
Musée Métiers d'Autrefois du Haut Jura
Pipe and diamond Museum
Usine électrique la Grande Vapeur

Libraries in Châtillon-en-Michaille

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Cartigny0.0
Bibliothèque de Chancy0.0
Bibliothèque de Lovagny0.0
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 Marlioz0.0
Bibliothèque Populaire0.0
Bibliothèque-Ludothèque d'Avusy0.0
Centre de Doculentation et d'Information0.0
La fraternelle0.0
Le Champ du Livre0.0
Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Châtillon-en-Michaille0.0
Médiathèque de Montréal-La-Cluse0.0
Médiathèque du Valromey0.0
Médiathèque Dubouillon0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque Le Dôme0.0
Mediatheque LOUIS MIRAILET0.0

Farmers Markets in Châtillon-en-Michaille

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché
Marché artisanal de la Grenette
Parc Jeantet

Dentists in Châtillon-en-Michaille

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr Bruno Lasfargue

Breweries in Châtillon-en-Michaille

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Lizon
Brasserie L'étincelle
Micro Brasserie la Virgule
PereJakob
PereJakob

Stadiums & Teams in Châtillon-en-Michaille

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Ski Resorts Near Châtillon-en-Michaille

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
Massif des Brasses 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
La Clusaz 0.0 $0
Le Granier 0.0 $0
Les Entremonts 0.0 $0
Aillon-le-Jeune 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
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Stade de Slalom 0.0 $0
Plateau des Glières 0.0 $0
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 $0
Môm' Park 0.0 $0
Snowpark 0.0 $0
Terre Ronde 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

Airports Near Châtillon-en-Michaille

45 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
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
L'Arpette AltisurfaceSmall 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
Sagy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean D'avelanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Talissieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Yenne AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Châtillon-en-Michaille

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste Agence Communale Châtillon-en-Michaille

Treatment Centers in Châtillon-en-Michaille

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FAM Pré la Tour

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châtillon-en-Michaille

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Michel
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste

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-Michaille

What is the population of Châtillon-en-Michaille?

Châtillon-en-Michaille has a population of 2,668 residents and is located in France. The population density is 184 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles.

Is Châtillon-en-Michaille expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,682, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $201,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,005 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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

Châtillon-en-Michaille 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 Châtillon-en-Michaille?

The job market in Châtillon-en-Michaille faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 160 business establishments in the area.

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

The median home value in Châtillon-en-Michaille is $201,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,005.

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