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Embrun, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Embrun is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 7,069. Elevation: 2,605 ft (794 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
7,069 Population 457/sq mi density
2,605 ft Elevation 794 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
44.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,490 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$23,490 median income, 11.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$156,000 home value, $780/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population7,069
Density457/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,490
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$156,000
Rent$780
Housing Units2,828
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)
Population7,069
Population Density457 / sq mi
Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)
Coordinates44.5639°, 6.4953°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.6 inches (1,132 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.3 inches (39 cm)
Median Household Income$23,490

About Embrun

Embrun is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 7,069. The city sits at an elevation of 2,605 feet (794 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Embrun is $23,490, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 424 business establishments.

Income: Embrun vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,490
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above France avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above France avg
Establishments (County)424

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Embrun is $156,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,828 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,000
45% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% below France avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,828

Property Tax

Climate in Embrun

Embrun has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 730 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.4°C / 36°F -2.4° / 7.2° 51.0
Feb 3.4°C / 38°F -2.3° / 9° 41.2
Mar 7.3°C / 45°F 1.1° / 13.5° 47.8
Apr 10.1°C / 50°F 3.9° / 16.4° 56.7
May 14°C / 57°F 7.7° / 20.4° 70.5
Jun 17.9°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.7° 60.6
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.6° 49.6
Aug 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.6° 51.7
Sep 16°C / 61°F 9.5° / 22.5° 66.3
Oct 11.8°C / 53°F 6.2° / 17.5° 81.5
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 1.5° / 11.2° 83.2
Dec 3°C / 37°F -1.5° / 7.4° 70.2
Embrun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. The area receives 15.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,605 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below France avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.0 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates44.5639°N, 6.4953°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.6"
17% above France avg
Snowfall 15.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,950 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 17 km
Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 32 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 146 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 38 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 66 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 19 km
Jul 17, 1993 0 km NNW of Calice Ligure, Italy M4.5 148 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 65 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 129 km
Apr 19, 2009 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy M4.5 108 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 78 km
Nov 21, 1995 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy M4.4 100 km
Jul 17, 1993 0 km NNE of Calice Ligure, Italy M4.4 149 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 123 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 65 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 101 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 94 km
Jun 10, 2003 1 km NNE of Piobesi Torinese, Italy M4.2 93 km
May 14, 2004 0 km SSE of Chiusa di San Michele, Italy M4.2 89 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 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 9 113 km
1968 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Earthquake 3.0 m - 131 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake - 650 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.5 in
March 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 31°F (-0°C) 4.4 in

Embrun has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 29°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Embrun

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École du Ski Français (ESF) - - - -
École de Ski Ozone (ESI) - - - -
Lycée Honoré Romane - - - -
Collège Les Ecrins - - - -
Pavillon de la danse - - - -
Lycée des métiers de la construction bois et de l'énergie - - - -
Lycée professionnel Alpes et Durance Lycée des Métiers pluri-actifs du bois et de l'habitat en montagne - - - -
École maternelle de la Soldanelle - - - -
École Pasteur - - - -
École maternelle de la Farandole - - - -
École élémentaire Paul Cézanne - - - -
École primaire Baratier Saint-Sauveur - - - -
École primaire Le Mélezet - - - -
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Radio Stations near Embrun

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio ISA - MP3 128 kbps
RDWA eclectic MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Embrun

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancienne École
Centre d’Interprétation de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine
Centre des Monuments Nationaux
Ecomusée
La Bugage
Le four communautaire
Maison de l'Eau et des Énergies
Maison Du Bois
Maison du Mulet
Maison du Parc de l'Embrunais
Musée de Barcelonnette
Musée de la Casse
Musée De La Vallée
Musée de Montclar
Musée des hommes et des montagnes
Musée des Mines d'argent
Musée Orrian
Musée rural
Muséoscope du lac
Sculptures sur neige

Libraries in Embrun

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Mediateque Mairie du Lauzet-Ubaye0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque des Orres0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Si Petite Bibliothèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Embrun

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Foire Cereomatic
Marché d'Embrun
Marché de Seyne

Hotels in Embrun

15 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpin D'Hôme
Château de Picomtal
Hôtel du tourisme
Hôtel L'Escale Blanche
Hôtel La Portette
Hôtel Le Lac
Hôtel Les Trappeurs
Hôtel Logis De La Mairie
Hôtel-Restaurant La Robéyère
La Portette
Le Parc des Airelles
Les Bartavelles
Les Ecrins
Les Trappeurs
Logis Hotels

Cafes in Embrun

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dahab
Le Barthelon
You Bubble

Cinemas in Embrun

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Ubac
Le Roc

Castles in Embrun

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Picomtal

Zoos in Embrun

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Mini Ferme De Crots

Dentists in Embrun

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #13322479452
FR #2106182249
FR #8062830856

Train Stations in Embrun

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Embrun

Bus Stations in Embrun

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #446314199

Gas Stations in Embrun

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avia
Centre Auto Vianor
Intermarché
Super U
TotalEnergies

Banks in Embrun

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Embrun

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Salle des Petits Ruisseaux / Prana Yoga

Breweries in Embrun

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Artisanale de Serre-Ponçon
Brasserie de l'Aubrée

Ski Resorts Near Embrun

70 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sansicario 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Chazelet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bardonecchia 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Grave 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col d'Ornon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sauze D'Oulx 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pragelato 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bardonecchia - Jafferau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sestriere 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serre Chevalier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montgenèvre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Claviere 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prali 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pelvoux-Vallouise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Puy-Saint-Vincent 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Abriès 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Albiez-Montrond 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Val Thorens 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les 7 Laux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aussois 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Corbier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Sybelles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Karellis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Arvieux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Norma 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valloire - Galibier Thabor 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valfréjus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chamrousse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chiomonte Frais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Puy 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 - - -
Argentera 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chabanon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Espace Lumière 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crévoux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rassemblement cours ESF 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Auron 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Seignus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ratery 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Isola 2000 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Val Pelens 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine skiable Valberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Roubion-Les-Buisses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aiguilles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ristolas en Queyras 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Orcières Merlette 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Molines-en-Queyras - Saint-Véran 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crissolo - Monviso Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chaillol 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serre Eyraud 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dévoluy 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Colle Saint Michel 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 - - -
Station de ski de Reallon 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Embrun

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons AirfieldBAESmall Airport
campo di volo Pian Mune'-Small Airport
Château de Montmeilleur Airfield-Small Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Airfield-Small Airport
Clamensane Altisurface-Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport-Small Airport
Col de Lèques Airfield-Small Airport
Col de Sarenne Altiport-Small Airport
Colombe d'Eyguians Airfield-Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface-Small Airport
Crots Airfield-Small Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles Airfield-Small Airport
Dôme de la Lauze Altisurface-Small Airport
Gap-Tallard AirfieldGATSmall Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier Lombard Altisurface-Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield-Small Airport
Isola 2000 Altisurface-Small Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre Altisurface-Small Airport
La Motte-du-Caire Glider Field-Small Airport
La Mure-Argens Airfield-Small Airport
Les Eyssagnes Airfield-Small Airport
Lumbin Airfield-Small Airport
Mens Airstrip-Small Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette Altisurface-Small Airport
Oraison Airfield-Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface-Small Airport
Pointe de l'Ouillon Altisurface-Small Airport
Puimoisson Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing Field-Small Airport
Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy AltiSurface-Small Airport
Saint-Jean-d'Arves Altisurface-Small Airport
Ségriès Airfield-Small Airport
Seyne les Alpes Glider Field-Small Airport
Sistéron-Vaumeilh Airfield-Small Airport
Sollières Sardières Airfield-Small Airport
Thorame-Basse Airfield-Small Airport
Thorame-Haute Chamatte Altisurface-Small Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface-Small Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2)-Small Airport
Val Thorens Altiport-Small Airport
Valberg Altisurface-Small Airport
Valloire-Bonnenuit Altisurface-Small Airport

Post Offices in Embrun

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence Communale
La Poste
Les Orres Pramouton
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Embrun

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale Notre-Dame-du-Réal
Chapelle des Ribes
Chapelle des Seyères
Chapelle du Mont Guillaume
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Chapelle Saint-Philippe-et-Saint-Jacques
Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite
Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite
Église de la Transfiguration
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Présentation
Église Saint-Chaffrey
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine
La cloche

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Waterfalls
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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 Embrun

What is the population of Embrun?

Embrun has a population of 7,069 residents and is located in France. The population density is 457 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles.

Is Embrun expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,490, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $156,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Embrun?

Embrun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Embrun?

The job market in Embrun faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 424 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Embrun?

The median home value in Embrun is $156,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780.

Nearby Cities

Guillestre 2,409 pop · 10.1 mi Chorges 2,016 pop · 10.8 mi Barcelonnette 3,487 pop · 14.5 mi La Bâtie-Neuve 1,821 pop · 14.7 mi Jausiers 1,026 pop · 15.4 mi Seyne-les-Alpes 1,438 pop · 16.3 mi Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières 1,007 pop · 18.4 mi Gap 42,715 pop · 20.5 mi Saint-Bonnet-en-Champsaur 1,608 pop · 21.9 mi Villar-Saint-Pancrace 1,528 pop · 22.3 mi Tallard 1,839 pop · 22.9 mi Briançon 11,577 pop · 24.3 mi Saint-Chaffrey 1,716 pop · 25.6 mi Villeneuve 3,444 pop · 26.6 mi
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