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Les Forges, France

Grand Est · France

Les Forges is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 2,113. Elevation: 1,217 ft (371 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,113 Population 613/sq mi density
1,217 ft Elevation 371 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
62.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,544 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$28,544 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$105,800 home value, $529/mo rent

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About Les Forges

Les Forges

Les Forges is a commune in the Vosges department in Grand Est in northeastern France.

People

Population2,113
Density613/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,544
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
Rent$529
Housing Units845
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Population2,113
Population Density613 / sq mi
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Coordinates48.1775°, 6.3885°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation62.6 inches (1,589 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.5 inches (65 cm)
Median Household Income$28,544

About Les Forges

Les Forges is a small town in France (Grand Est) with a population of 2,113. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet (371 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Les Forges is $28,544, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (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 127 business establishments.

Income: Les Forges vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$28,544
62% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)127

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Les Forges is $105,800, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $529 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 845 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 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$529
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units845

Property Tax

Les Forges experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below France avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density613/sq mi
Coordinates48.1775°N, 6.3885°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.6"
65% above France avg
Snowfall 25.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.62"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

987 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 27, 2024.

Feb 22, 2003 4 km W of Rambervillers, France M5.0 23 km
Feb 23, 2008 3 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany M4.5 136 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 101 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 91 km
May 12, 2005 1 km NW of Oensingen, Switzerland M4.2 138 km
Jun 21, 2001 Germany M4.2 114 km
Jun 26, 2021 2 km SE of Hœrdt, France M4.1 118 km
Jun 21, 2004 1 km WSW of Frenkendorf, Switzerland M4.1 124 km
Jan 3, 2008 2 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany M4.1 136 km
Sep 11, 1999 4 km SSE of Britten, Germany M4.0 147 km
Jun 14, 2000 4 km ESE of Kédange-sur-Canner, France M4.0 124 km
Nov 17, 1997 2 km ENE of Blotzheim, France M4.0 106 km
Feb 24, 2003 9 km NNE of Levier, France M3.9 129 km
Mar 7, 2006 1 km ESE of Nalbach, Germany M3.9 137 km
Feb 13, 2005 4 km NW of Heusweiler, Germany M3.9 138 km
Aug 19, 2007 1 km SE of Rambervillers, France M3.9 26 km
Jan 5, 1998 1 km WSW of Morsbach, France M3.9 115 km
Jul 20, 2005 3 km S of Lebach, Germany M3.9 139 km
Jan 26, 2008 2 km NE of Saarwellingen, Germany M3.9 137 km
Sep 25, 2001 2 km WNW of Nalbach, Germany M3.9 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
February 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in Wettest

Les Forges has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 36°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Les Forges

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire - - - -
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Radio Stations near Les Forges

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Magnum Haute Vosges - MP3 128 kbps
Direct FM - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Les Forges

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée du Battant
Féculerie du Moulin Gentrey
L'Encrier au Champ
La Glucoserie
La maison du patrimoine
Musée Charles de Bruyères
Musée Charles Friry
Musée de l'Image
Musée de la Broderie, de la Métallurgie et du Patrimoine
Musée de la Terre
Musée Départemental d'Art Ancien et Contemporain
Musée Vosgien de la Brasserie

Libraries in Les Forges

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Aquarelle0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Vinot0.0
Bibliothèque Multimédia Intercommunale d’Épinal0.0
Bibliothèque Multimédia Intercommunale de Golbey0.0
Bibliothèque muncipale0.0
Bibliothèque muncipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Pour Tous0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire INSPÉ Épinal0.0
CDI0.0
L’Hêtraie0.0
Maison du livre et de la culture0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Départementale des Vosges0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale de la Porte des Hautes Vosges0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale de la Porte des Vosges Méridionales0.0
Médiathèque Le Nez aux Vents0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Les Forges

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boux’Terroir
Journée du terroir et de l’artisanat
Marché "Place aux producteurs"
Marché couvert
Marché Couvert d'Épinal
Marché d'Uxegney
Marché de Charmes
Marché de Fontenoy-Le-Château
Marché de Nomexy
Marché de Rambervillers
Marché de Thaon Les Vosges
Marché de Vincey
Marché de Xertigny
Marché des Paysans Bio d'Épinal
Marché des Producteurs de Lerrain
Marché dominical de Golbey
Marché Hebdomadaire d'Eloyes
Marché Hebdomadaire de La Vôge-les-Bains
Marché Hebdomadaire de Plombières les Bains
Marché Hebdomadaire de Remiremont
Marché Nocturne de Girmont-Val-D'Ajol
Marché Place Georgin

Breweries in Les Forges

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Pas de l'Âne
La Brasserie des Buissons
La Fouillotte
La Golaye
Le Van à Bières
Val Heureuse

Ski Resorts Near Les Forges

18 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
La Bresse - Hohneck 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lac Blanc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valtin 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Xonrupt - Le Poli 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Schlucht 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Site Nordique des Trois Fours 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gérardmer 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Bresse - Lispach 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gaschney 360 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Planche des Belles Filles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Bresse Brabant 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station de ski du Schnepfenried 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snowkite Markstein 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station du Markstein 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ventron 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bussang Larcenaire 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rouge Gazon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ballon d'Alsace 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Les Forges

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Épinal Mirecourt AirportEPLMedium Airport
Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base-Medium Airport
Montbéliard-Courcelles Airfield-Medium Airport
Nancy-Essey AirportENCMedium Airport
Nancy-Ochey (BA 133) Air Base-Medium Airport
Vesoul-Frotey Airfield-Medium Airport
Belfort Chaux Airfield-Small Airport
Corniéville Geville Airfield-Small Airport
Dieuze-Guéblange Airfield-Small Airport
Dropt AltiSurface-Small Airport
Épinal Dogneville Airfield-Small Airport
Francourt Airfield-Small Airport
Gevigney Airfield-Small Airport
Geville Airfield-Small Airport
Grand Couronné Airfield-Small Airport
Herbéviller Airfield-Small Airport
Hoeville Airfield-Small Airport
Jasney Airfield-Small Airport
La Malachère Airfield-Small Airport
La Tête Des Champs Altiport-Small Airport
Lalœuf Airfield-Small Airport
Lambrey Airfield-Small Airport
Langatte Aéro Passion Airfield-Small Airport
Lunéville-Croismare Airfield-Small Airport
Masevaux Airfield-Small Airport
Mont sur Meurthe Airfield-Small Airport
Nancy Azelot Airfield-Small Airport
Nancy-Malzéville Airfield-Small Airport
Neufchâteau Airfield-Small Airport
Pont-Saint-Vincent Airfield-Small Airport
Ramonchamp Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Dié-Remomeix Airfield-Small Airport
Sarrebourg Buhl Airfield-Small Airport
Saulnois Ultralight Aeroclub-Small Airport
Saulnot Airfield-Small Airport
Senoncourt Airfield-Small Airport
Soppe Airfield-Small Airport
Tincey Airfield-Small Airport
Trois Forêts Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Venisey Airfield-Small Airport
Ville sur Illon Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Les Forges

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Les Forges

Churches & Religious Organizations in Les Forges

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Éloi

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 Les Forges

What is the population of Les Forges?

Les Forges has a population of 2,113 residents and is located in France. The population density is 613 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.

Is Les Forges expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,544, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,800 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $529 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Les Forges?

Les Forges has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.6 inches, with 25.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Les Forges?

The job market in Les Forges faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 127 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Les Forges?

The median home value in Les Forges is $105,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $529.

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