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Le Fay, France

Bourgogne · France

Le Fay is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 545. Elevation: 663 ft (202 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
545 Population 41/sq mi density
663 ft Elevation 202 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,144 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,144 median income, 12.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$93,200 home value, $466/mo rent

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People

Population545
Density41/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,144
Unemployment12.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$93,200
Rent$466
Housing Units218
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Population545
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates46.6673°, 5.3297°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,733 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.1 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$23,144

About Le Fay

Le Fay is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 545. The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet (202 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Le Fay is $23,144, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.8% (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 33 business establishments.

Income: Le Fay vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,144
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.8%
256% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Le Fay is $93,200, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $466 (60% below the national average of $1,163). There are 218 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 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,200
67% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$466
60% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units218

Property Tax

Le Fay experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below France avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area13.2 sq mi (34.2 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates46.6673°N, 5.3297°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.2"
80% above France avg
Snowfall 13.1"
Wettest Month (May) 3.90"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

358 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 M4.7 139 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 129 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 88 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 107 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 98 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 75 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 135 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 91 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 129 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 82 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 137 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 138 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 135 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 130 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 108 km
Feb 24, 2003 9 km NNE of Levier, France M3.9 76 km
Feb 25, 2001 2 km W of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 146 km
Feb 23, 2001 2 km E of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 150 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 89 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 137 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 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 3.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Le Fay has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 38°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Le Fay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Le Fay

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Scoop Bourg MP3 128 kbps
Radio Plein Air Jura - La Radio Hit Régionale pop music MP3 192 kbps
Radio Sud Besançon MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Le Fay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre de Conservation et d’Etude René Rémond
Écomusée de la Bresse bourguignonne
Espace D'Artagnan
Ferme de la Forêt
Maison de l’agriculture et de l’alimentation bressanes
Maison de la Poupée
Maison de la Vache qui Rit
Maison natale de Rouget de Lisle
Moulin de Montjay
Musée d'Histoire et de Culture des Sourds
Musée de l'Imprimerie (Écomusée)
Musée de l'Ours en peluche (privé)
Musée de Véhicules Anciens
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des salières
Musée du Vélo
Musée municipal
P'tit musée de l'école communale

Libraries in Le Fay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
4C0.0
Bibiothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Macornay0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Germain-du-Bois0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Guigue0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
La Comédie Noire0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque départementale du Jura0.0
Médiathèque Firmin Gémier0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale Bresse Haute-Seille - Site de Sellières0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Fay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Atmosphère
Au Panier Bressan
La marquise
Les halles
Locavor
Marché - Place de Verdun
Marché de Balanod
Marché de Louhans
Marché des producteurs réunis
Marché hebdomadaire
Petit marché de producteurs

Breweries in Le Fay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie la Perle Noire
Brasserie La Rouget de Lisle
Brasserie PicoNino
Le Saint Dé

Stadiums & Teams in Le Fay

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Le Fay

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Menthières 0.0 $0
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 $0
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 $0
La Serra 0.0 $0
Longchaumois Rosset 0.0 $0
Les Gentianes 0.0 $0

Airports Near Le Fay

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Dijon Longvic airportDIJMedium Airport
Dole Tavaux AirportDLEMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay AirfieldMedium Airport
Aéro Sermange AirfieldSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Auxey Duresses AirfieldSmall Airport
Balaiseaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de ChaneinsSmall Airport
Base ULM de PolliatSmall Airport
Base ULM de Val-RevermontSmall Airport
Bay AirfieldSmall Airport
Beaune-Challanges AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat AirfieldSmall Airport
Brancion AirfieldSmall Airport
Bucey-lès-Gy AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalon Champforgeuil AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Dijon Darois AirfieldSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULMSmall Airport
Lombard AirfieldSmall Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuits-Saint-Georges AirfieldSmall Airport
Peronne - Moulin Chevraut AirfieldSmall Airport
Sagy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-de-Losne AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Romain AirfieldSmall Airport
Tournus Cuisery AirfieldSmall Airport
Vigearde AirfieldSmall Airport
Villefranche-Tarare AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Le Fay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Le Fay

Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Fay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Christophe

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 Le Fay

What is the population of Le Fay?

Le Fay has a population of 545 residents and is located in France. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles.

Is Le Fay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,144, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $93,200 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $466 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Le Fay?

Le Fay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Le Fay?

The job market in Le Fay faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Le Fay?

The median home value in Le Fay is $93,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $466.

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