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Les Fontenelles, France

Bourgogne · 🇫🇷 France

Les Fontenelles is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 692. Elevation: 2,979 ft (908 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
692 Population 214/sq mi density
2,979 ft Elevation 908 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
66.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$31,655 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$31,655 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$526/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,655
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $526
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population692
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,655
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$526
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population692
Population Density214 / sq mi
Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Coordinates47.1986°, 6.7404°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation66.0 inches (1,677 mm)
Annual Snowfall63.8 inches (162 cm)
Median Household Income$31,655
Median Age42.3 years

Is Les Fontenelles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Les Fontenelles receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Les Fontenelles offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Les Fontenelles is $31,655, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $526 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Les Fontenelles experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Les Fontenelles has a population of 692 with a density of 214 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

692
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Les Fontenelles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Les Fontenelles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Les Fontenelles is $31,655, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). 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 cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Les Fontenelles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,655
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $526 (55% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$526
55% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Les Fontenelles, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Les Fontenelles vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Les Fontenelles experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,979 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.0 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates47.1986°N, 6.7404°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 3.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.3 in Driest
April 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in
December 33°F (0°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Les Fontenelles has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 32°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and March the driest (3.3").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Les Fontenelles

What is the population of Les Fontenelles?

Les Fontenelles has a population of 692 residents and is located in France. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Les Fontenelles expensive to live in?

Les Fontenelles is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $31,655, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $526 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Les Fontenelles?

Les Fontenelles has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches, with 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Les Fontenelles?

The job market in Les Fontenelles faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Les Fontenelles?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $526.

How are the schools in Les Fontenelles?

31.7% of adults in Les Fontenelles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Les Fontenelles?

The obesity rate in Les Fontenelles is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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