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Digne-les-Bains, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Digne-les-Bains is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 18,986. Elevation: 1,719 ft (524 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
18,986 Population 420/sq mi density
1,719 ft Elevation 524 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,198 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$23,198 median income, 12.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$143,800 home value, $719/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population18,986
Density420/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,198
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty18.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$143,800
Rent$719
Housing Units7,594
Rent Burden28.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,719 ft (524 m)
Population18,986
Population Density420 / sq mi
Elevation1,719 ft (524 m)
Coordinates44.0925°, 6.2320°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,198

About Digne-les-Bains

Digne-les-Bains is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 18,986. The city sits at an elevation of 1,719 feet (524 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Digne-les-Bains is $23,198, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,139 business establishments.

Income: Digne-les-Bains vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,198
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above France avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above France avg
Establishments (County)1,139

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Digne-les-Bains is $143,800, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,594 total housing units in the city. 28.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below France avg
Rent Burden28.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,594

Property Tax

Climate in Digne-les-Bains

Digne-les-Bains has an average annual temperature of 11.4°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (23°C), the coldest is Jan (1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 631 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.8°C / 35°F -6.6° / 12.9° 29.5
Feb 4.6°C / 40°F -4.3° / 16.8° 36.0
Mar 6°C / 43°F -3.2° / 18.1° 40.4
Apr 8.7°C / 48°F -3.2° / 21° 56.7
May 13.1°C / 55°F 2.3° / 23.5° 62.7
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 7.5° / 31.8° 53.3
Jul 23°C / 73°F 11.2° / 35° 19.0
Aug 22.6°C / 73°F 10.8° / 35.2° 25.4
Sep 17°C / 63°F 4.8° / 28.9° 56.9
Oct 12.5°C / 54°F 3.5° / 23.2° 95.0
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F -4° / 17.4° 78.1
Dec 3.3°C / 38°F -4.4° / 13.9° 78.0
Digne-les-Bains experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 274 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,719 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below France avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,719 ft (524 m)
Area45.2 sq mi (117.1 km²)
Population Density420/sq mi
Coordinates44.0925°N, 6.2320°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,885 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 68 km
Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 28 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 122 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 103 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 94 km
Apr 19, 2009 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy M4.5 146 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 102 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 58 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 129 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 112 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 148 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 100 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 148 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 149 km
Jun 10, 2003 1 km NNE of Piobesi Torinese, Italy M4.2 135 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 122 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 60 km
May 14, 2004 0 km SSE of Chiusa di San Michele, Italy M4.2 142 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 120 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) Meteorological 10.0 m 9 93 km
1968 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Earthquake 3.0 m 141 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 112 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 84 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (9°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.3 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 38°F (4°C) 3.2 in

Digne-les-Bains has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 37°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Digne-les-Bains

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Maria Borrély
École primaire des Arches
École primaire Joseph Reinach
École primaire du Pigeonnier - Barbejas
École primaire de Beausoleil
École primaire Félix Esclangon la Sebe
APPASE
École primaire Paul Martin
Lycée des Métiers Alphonse Beau-de-Rochas
Lycée Alexandra David Neel
École primaire Le Sacré-Coeur
Ensemble Scolaire Sacré-Coeur
École Primaire Christine Granville
École primaire de Gaubert
Groupe scolaire Georges Combe
École primaire du Moulin
IDBL école d'art intercommunale
Collège Gassendi
Lycée et Collège du Sacré-Coeur
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Gassendi
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Radio Stations near Digne-les-Bains

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio ISA MP3 128 kbps
La Radio Des Artistes Oubliés alternative, pop MP3
Radio Zinzine MP3 170 kbps
RDWA eclectic MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Digne-les-Bains

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cairn centre d'art
Ecomusee La Javie Autrefois
Exposition de Fossiles
Exposition en plein air
Galerie de l'Hubac
Maison Alexandra David Neel
Maison des remparts
Musée de la Distillerie
Musée de la Faïence
Musée de la Lavande
Musée Gassendi
Musée Promenade
Samten Dzong

Libraries in Digne-les-Bains

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Jean Ferrat0.0
Bibliothèque Marque Pages0.0
Médiathèque départementale des Alpes-de-Haute-Provence0.0
Médiathèque François-Mitterrand PAA (Provence Alpes Agglomération)0.0
Médiathèque Louis Joseph0.0
Médiathèque Michel Martin0.0
Médiathèque-ludothèque de Volonne0.0

Farmers Markets in Digne-les-Bains

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Place du Général de Gaulle
Place Edmond Jugy
Place Gassendi

Hotels in Digne-les-Bains

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Le Provence
Le Refuge des sources
Le Tivoli
Le Vallon-des-Sources
Résidence Vacances Le Richelme
Saint Michel
Saint-Michel
Villa Gaia
Villa Gaia

Cafes in Digne-les-Bains

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café De France
Café des sports
Espace Culture Multimédia
La Torrefaction
Le Casino
Le grand KFE
Macaron de Provence.fr
Tar-zan
Ty-Breizh
Vincennes PMU

Cinemas in Digne-les-Bains

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ciné Toiles
Salle des Rencontres

Theatres in Digne-les-Bains

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphithéâtre
Centre culturel René Char
École du Sous Sol - Studio 57

Zoos in Digne-les-Bains

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les dinosaures "vivants"

Clinics in Digne-les-Bains

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet d'infirmiers
Centre médical Le Cousson

Dentists in Digne-les-Bains

10 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Dentaire
Centre Mutualiste de Santé Dentaire
Docteur Valérie Helin
Dr Jeanine Faure
Dr Philippe et Corinne Piana
Dr. Cotofan
Dr.Eric Zeitoun
Dr.Valérie Richaud
Laboratoire dentaire - Gilles Gerbino
Myriam Cadenel Belasco

Veterinaries in Digne-les-Bains

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire du Grand Pont
Clinique Vétérinaire du Grand Pont

Train Stations in Digne-les-Bains

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Digne Station

Gas Stations in Digne-les-Bains

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Station Service Intermarché

Banks in Digne-les-Bains

11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque de France
Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Compagnie Financière Colbert
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel
Groupama
La Banque Postale
LCL
SG

Gyms in Digne-les-Bains

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #7040348296
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Stadiums & Teams in Digne-les-Bains

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Ski Resorts Near Digne-les-Bains

32 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Reallon 0.0 $0
Arvieux 0.0 $0
Aiguilles 0.0 $0
Orcières Merlette 0.0 $0
Molines-en-Queyras - Saint-Véran 0.0 $0
Chaillol 0.0 $0
Lus la Jarjatte 0.0 $0
Serre Eyraud 0.0 $0
Dévoluy 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 0.0 $0
Laye 0.0 $0
Ceillac en Queyras 0.0 $0
Ancelle 0.0 $0
Risoul 0.0 $0
Vars/Risoul 0.0 $0
Vars 0.0 $0
L'Audibergue 0.0 $0
Crévoux 0.0 $0
Céüse 0.0 $0
Les Orres 0.0 $0
Sainte-Anne la Condamine 0.0 $0
Larche 0.0 $0
Montclar 0.0 $0
Chabanon 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Espace Lumière 0.0 $0
Le Grand Puy 0.0 $0
Rassemblement cours ESF 0.0 $0
Auron 0.0 $0
Le Seignus 0.0 $0
Ratery 0.0 $0
Val Pelens 0.0 $0
La Colle Saint Michel 0.0 $0

Airports Near Digne-les-Bains

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cannes Mandelieu AirportCEQMedium Airport
Le Luc-Le Cannet AirfieldMedium Airport
Altisurface de BanonSmall Airport
Altisurface du Grand TerrusSmall Airport
Aspres-sur-Buëch AirfieldSmall Airport
Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons AirfieldBAESmall Airport
Basse Maure AirfieldSmall Airport
Brue Auriac St Estève AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de Montmeilleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban AirfieldSmall Airport
Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Clamensane AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Colombe d'Eyguians AirfieldSmall Airport
Crots AirfieldSmall Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles AirfieldSmall Airport
Fayence-Tourrettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Flayosc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fréjus Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Gap-Tallard AirfieldGATSmall Airport
Jouques Bèdes AirfieldSmall Airport
La Motte-du-Caire Glider FieldSmall Airport
La Mure-Argens AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Eyssagnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Queyrons AirfieldSmall Airport
Mens AirstripSmall Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Pampelonne AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Pourrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy AltiSurfaceSmall Airport
Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin-de-Castillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres - La Bâtie-Montsaléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Seyne les Alpes Glider FieldSmall Airport
Sistéron-Vaumeilh AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Basse AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Chamatte AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2)Small Airport
Valberg AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Vinon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Digne-les-Bains

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Digne-les-Bains

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale Notre-Dame-du-Bourg
Chapelle de la Sainte-Enfance
Chapelle du Saint-Esprit
Chapelle La-Croix
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Chapelle Saint-Michel de Cousson
Chapelle Saint-Pancrace
Chapelle Saint-Pierre
Chapelle Saint-Sébastien
Chapelle Sainte-Madeleine
Église Adventiste du 7e jour
Église Évangélique de Digne
Église Notre-Dame-des-Anges
Église Saint-Étienne
Église Saint-Pons
Église Saint-Vincent et Saint-Domnin
Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Saint Jerome Cathedral

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 Digne-les-Bains

What is the population of Digne-les-Bains?

Digne-les-Bains has a population of 18,986 residents and is located in France. The population density is 420 people per square mile, spread across 45.2 square miles.

Is Digne-les-Bains expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,198, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,800 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Digne-les-Bains?

Digne-les-Bains has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

How is the job market in Digne-les-Bains?

The job market in Digne-les-Bains faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,139 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Digne-les-Bains?

The median home value in Digne-les-Bains is $143,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $719.

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