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La Rivière-Drugeon, France

Bourgogne · France

La Rivière-Drugeon is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 729. Elevation: 2,710 ft (826 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
729 Population 57/sq mi density
2,710 ft Elevation 826 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
65.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,624 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$29,624 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population729
Density57/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,624
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$129,600
Rent$648
Housing Units292
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain65.0 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Population729
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Coordinates46.8681°, 6.2178°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation65.0 inches (1,651 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.9 inches (48 cm)
Median Household Income$29,624

About La Rivière-Drugeon

La Rivière-Drugeon is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 729. The city sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet (826 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in La Rivière-Drugeon is $29,624, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (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 44 business establishments.

Income: La Rivière-Drugeon vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$29,624
61% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in La Rivière-Drugeon is $129,600, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 292 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 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units292

Property Tax

La Rivière-Drugeon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above France avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Area12.7 sq mi (32.9 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates46.8681°N, 6.2178°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.0"
71% above France avg
Snowfall 18.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.84"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

653 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 21, 2025.

Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 70 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 96 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 97 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 128 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 26 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 45 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 98 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 71 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 123 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 138 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 104 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 85 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 131 km
May 12, 2005 1 km NW of Oensingen, Switzerland M4.2 122 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 66 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 120 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 71 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 118 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 68 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m 134 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
February 32°F (0°C) 4.2 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in Driest
April 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
June 56°F (14°C) 4.7 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.8 in
December 32°F (0°C) 4.8 in Wettest

La Rivière-Drugeon has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 32°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (3.7").

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Schools in La Rivière-Drugeon

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire intercommunale Vallée du Drugeon
École maternelle intercommunale Vallée du Drugeon
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Radio Stations near La Rivière-Drugeon

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Spoon Radio (CH) rock MP3 192 kbps
RTN (CH) regional MP3 128 kbps
Spoon Radio - Rock Ballads (CH) AAC+ 128 kbps
Back2Noize Radio (CH) club, club dance MP3 320 kbps
Spoon Radio - Classic Rock (CH) AAC+ 128 kbps
Spoon Radio - Alternative Rock (CH) AAC+ 128 kbps
Spoon Radio - Modern Rock (CH) AAC+ 128 kbps
Rouge (CH) classic hits, top hits AAC 128 kbps
Rockstar Radio (CH) classic rock, rock MP3 192 kbps
Spoon Radio - Hard Rock (CH) AAC+ 128 kbps
Spoon Radio - Acoustic Rock (CH) acoustic, acoustic rock AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio R (CH) christian contemporary, christian praise&worship MP3 128 kbps
Fréquence Amitié Vesoul blues, jazz MP3 128 kbps
IP Music (CH) MP3 320 kbps
4U Radios - 4U 70s Flowers classic hits 70s, old hits MP3
Option Musique (CH) classical MP3 128 kbps
Redline Radio (CH) variety MP3 320 kbps
Global Sport - Suisse (CH) football, hockey MP3 320 kbps
Global Sport - Vaud (CH) football, hockey MP3 320 kbps
Radio R Louange (CH) christian contemporary, christian praise&worship AAC+ 96 kbps
Plein Air Besançon doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
Plein Air Pontarlier doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
Radio Food ambient, relaxing MP3 128 kbps

Museums in La Rivière-Drugeon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Atelier de Gustave Courbet
Château de Joux
Ecomusée - Maison Michaud
Espace muséographique de la neige artificielle
Fort de Pré Giroud
Maison de la réserve du lac de Remoray
Musée Courbet
Musée de la meunerie de Métabief
Musée de la Taillanderie
Musée de la Vigne et du Vin
Musée de Pontarlier
Musée de vacherin
Musée du costume et des traditions comtoises
Musée du fer et du chemin de fer
Musée du Tacot
Musée-relais du cheval comtois et de la forêt

Libraries in La Rivière-Drugeon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bib'All0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Cuarnens0.0
Bibliothèque de Jougne0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Auberson0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et communale du Vallon du Nozon0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et municipale de Vallorbe0.0
Casi Dijon0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque La Passerelle0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in La Rivière-Drugeon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché d'Amancey
Marché de Doubs

Train Stations in La Rivière-Drugeon

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Rivière-Drugeon

Gyms in La Rivière-Drugeon

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Octopus

Breweries in La Rivière-Drugeon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des ComBière
Brasserie Entre Deux Mondes
La Bonne Bouille

Ski Resorts Near La Rivière-Drugeon

50 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses 0.0 $0
Le Brassus 0.0 $0
Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) 0.0 $0
Morbier - Le Glacier 0.0 $0
Froideville 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
Chalet a Gobet 0.0 $0
La Robella 0.0 $0
Brot-Dessus 0.0 $0
La Cernay Blanche 0.0 $0
Sommartel / Le Locle 0.0 $0
Site du Meix Musy 0.0 $0
Les Gollières 0.0 $0
La Corbatière 0.0 $0
Chapeau-Râblé - La Chaux-de-Fonds 0.0 $0
La Combe Saint-Pierre 0.0 $0
Pierrefontaine Les Varans 0.0 $0
Goule 0.0 $0
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 $0
Massif des Brasses 0.0 $0
Avoriaz 0.0 $0
Champéry – Les Crosets – Champoussin – Morgins 0.0 $0
Roc d'Enfer 0.0 $0
Portes du Soleil 0.0 $0
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 $0
Espace Liberté 0.0 $0
L’Essert – Abondance 0.0 $0
La Chapelle d'Abondance 0.0 $0
Grange des Bois 0.0 $0
Bernex 0.0 $0
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 $0
Menthières 0.0 $0
Thollon les Mémises 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
Les Pléiades 0.0 $0
Saint-George 0.0 $0
Bellefontaine 0.0 $0
Les Gentianes 0.0 $0

Airports Near La Rivière-Drugeon

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Annemasse AirfieldMedium Airport
Les Eplatures AirportMedium Airport
Montbéliard-Courcelles AirfieldMedium Airport
Payerne Air BaseVIPMedium Airport
Aéro Sermange AirfieldSmall Airport
Altisurface de Morzine-AvoriazSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arc-lès-Gray AirfieldSmall Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon AirfieldSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Athose AirfieldSmall Airport
Balaiseaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM Thollon les MémisesSmall Airport
Bay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon La Vèze AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon-Thise AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bucey-lès-Gy AirfieldSmall Airport
Cervens AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontaine-lès-Clerval Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fournet ULMSmall Airport
Gray Saint-Adrien AirfieldSmall Airport
Habère Poche AirfieldSmall Airport
La Côte AirfieldSmall Airport
La Malachère AirfieldSmall Airport
La Vrine Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lanans AirfieldSmall Airport
Lausanne la Blécherette AirportSmall Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULMSmall Airport
Lombard AirfieldSmall Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Montricher AirfieldSmall Airport
Môtiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuchâtel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontarlier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
Saulnot AirfieldSmall Airport
Tincey AirfieldSmall Airport
Vigearde AirfieldSmall Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in La Rivière-Drugeon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Rivière-Drugeon

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Rivière-Drugeon

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Bon-Secours
Chapelle Saint-Jacques
Église de l'Assomption
Église Saint-André
Église Saint-André
Église Saint-Nicolas
Église Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul

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 La Rivière-Drugeon

What is the population of La Rivière-Drugeon?

La Rivière-Drugeon has a population of 729 residents and is located in France. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 12.7 square miles.

Is La Rivière-Drugeon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,624, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in La Rivière-Drugeon?

La Rivière-Drugeon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.0 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in La Rivière-Drugeon?

The job market in La Rivière-Drugeon faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in La Rivière-Drugeon?

The median home value in La Rivière-Drugeon is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648.

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