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Les Rousses, France

Bourgogne · France

Les Rousses is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 3,048. Elevation: 3,698 ft (1,127 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,048 Population 208/sq mi density
3,698 ft Elevation 1,127 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
82.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$39,355 Median Income
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Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$39,355 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$185,800 home value, $929/mo rent

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About Les Rousses

Les Rousses

Les Rousses is a commune in the Canton of Hauts de Bienne of Jura department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France, on the Swiss border.

People

Population3,048
Density208/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$39,355
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$185,800
Rent$929
Housing Units1,219
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation3,698 ft (1,127 m)
Population3,048
Population Density208 / sq mi
Elevation3,698 ft (1,127 m)
Coordinates46.4841°, 6.0633°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation82.5 inches (2,096 mm)
Annual Snowfall110.4 inches (280 cm)
Median Household Income$39,355

About Les Rousses

Les Rousses is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 3,048. The city sits at an elevation of 3,698 feet (1,127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Les Rousses is $39,355, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 183 business establishments.

Income: Les Rousses vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$39,355
48% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above France avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below France avg
Establishments (County)183

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Les Rousses is $185,800, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,219 total housing units in the city. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,800
34% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below France avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,219

Property Tax

Les Rousses experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 110.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,698 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below France avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,698 ft (1,127 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.0 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates46.4841°N, 6.0633°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.5"
117% above France avg
Snowfall 110.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

698 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 91 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 57 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 87 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 53 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 114 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 26 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 54 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 89 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 124 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 119 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 120 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 98 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 97 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 148 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 72 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 88 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 78 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 86 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 88 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 127 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 148 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 4.7 in
March 35°F (2°C) 4.0 in
April 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
May 49°F (9°C) 4.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Driest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in
November 36°F (2°C) 5.2 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 5.3 in Wettest

Les Rousses has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 29°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Les Rousses

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle
École primaire privée Notre-Dame des Neiges
Collège Le Rochat
École élémentaire
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Radio Stations near Les Rousses

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Back2Noize Radio (CH) club, club dance MP3 320 kbps
RTS Couleur 3 (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vostok (CH) AAC+ 96 kbps
Planet Ambi HD (CH) ambient, drone MP3 320 kbps
Basspistol Radio (CH) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Magic radio 80s, flac OGG 1500 kbps
Radio Lac (CH) genève, lac MP3 128 kbps
Geneva Latina Radio (CH) MP3 128 kbps
IP Music (CH) MP3 320 kbps
One FM (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Plein Air Besançon doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
Global Sport - Vaud (CH) football, hockey MP3 320 kbps
Global Sport - Suisse (CH) football, hockey MP3 320 kbps
Radio Zones 93,8 FM african, blues MP3 192 kbps
Lifestyle74 AAC 128 kbps
KTFM / Global Sport (CH) 70s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
World Radio Switzerland (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Magic Radio - Proxima MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Les Rousses

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ATLAS Visitors Centre
Chalet du Coin d'Aval
Château de Nyon
Ecomusée - Maison Michaud
Écomusée les Forges
Espace des Mondes Polaires Paul-Émile Victor
Espace Horloger Vallée de Joux
Expo Faune et Nature
FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum
Le Monde des Automates
Maison des Cascades
Maison du parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura
Moulin de Saint-George
Musée Atelier Audemars Piguet
Musée de l'Abbaye
Musée de la Boissellerie
Musée de la Lunette
Musée Départemental des Sapeurs Pompiers
Musée des Lapidaires
Musée du lapidaire et des pierres fines et précieuses
Musée du Léman
Musée du ski et de la tradition Rousselande
Musée du Vieux-Coppet
Musée Métiers d'Autrefois du Haut Jura
Musée Milouti
Musée National Suisse
Musée Romain
Musée Romand de la Machine Agricole
Pipe and diamond Museum

Libraries in Les Rousses

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque "Aux mille feuilles"0.0
Bibliothèque "Matulu"0.0
Bibliothèque communale "Litou"0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Chéserex0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Crans0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Genthod0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Genthod0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Gimel0.0
Bibliothèque communale de La Rippe0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Saint-Cergue0.0
Bibliothèque communale et scolaire0.0
Bibliothèque de Begnins0.0
Bibliothèque de Cessy0.0
Bibliothèque de Le Vaud0.0
Bibliothèque de Nyon - Adultes0.0
Bibliothèque de Nyon - Jeunes publics0.0
Bibliothèque du Boléro0.0
Bibliothèque du Boléro0.0
Bibliothèque du Sentier0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Gex0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Pregny-Chambésy0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Pregny-Chambésy0.0
Bibliothèque Populaire0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et intecommunale de Coppet0.0
Centre de Doculentation et d'Information0.0
Centre de Documentation et d'Information0.0
Entre Parenthèses0.0
La fraternelle0.0
Library of the World Council of Churches0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Arcade0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque Le Châtelard0.0
Médiathèque Le Dôme0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Observatoire astronomique - Bibliothèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Les Rousses

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Les Jardins de Valérie
Les Jardins de Valérie
Marché artisanal de la Grenette
Marché hebdomadaire
Marché hebdomadaire de la Vallée de Joux

Hotels in Les Rousses

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Au Gai Pinson
Domaine du Mont-Saint-Jean
Hôtel Club Côté Dôle
La Ferme du Père François
La Redoute
Le Yéti
Lodge Hotel

Cinemas in Les Rousses

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Quinsonnets

Castles in Les Rousses

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fort des Rousses

Veterinaries in Les Rousses

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet vétérinaire du Haut Plateau

Gas Stations in Les Rousses

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia
Carrefour
Intermarché

Banks in Les Rousses

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AXA
Banque Populaire
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel

Gyms in Les Rousses

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Keep form and play

Golf Courses in Les Rousses

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf du Mont Saint-Jean
Golf du Rochat

Breweries in Les Rousses

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Agneau à trois patttes
Agneau à trois patttes
Brasserie Gessienne
Brasserie Gessienne
Cap’taine Mousse

Stadiums & Teams in Les Rousses

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Les Rousses

70 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Saint-Cergue 0.0 $0
Le Brassus 0.0 $0
Chalet a Gobet 0.0 $0
Les Gentianes 0.0 $0
Bellefontaine 0.0 $0
Saint-George 0.0 $0
Longchaumois Rosset 0.0 $0
La Trélasse 0.0 $0
Les Rousses 0.0 $0
Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) 0.0 $0
Dôle-Tuffes 0.0 $0
La Serra 0.0 $0
Thollon les Mémises 0.0 $0
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 $0
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 $0
Bernex 0.0 $0
Grange des Bois 0.0 $0
L’Essert – Abondance 0.0 $0
Métabief 0.0 $0
Site du Meix Musy 0.0 $0
Sommartel / Le Locle 0.0 $0
La Cernay Blanche 0.0 $0
Brot-Dessus 0.0 $0
La Robella 0.0 $0
Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses 0.0 $0
Les Fourgs 0.0 $0
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 $0
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 $0
Mouthe 0.0 $0
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 $0
Foncine le Haut 0.0 $0
l'Abbaye 0.0 $0
L'Orient 0.0 $0
Froideville 0.0 $0
Morbier - Le Glacier 0.0 $0
La Clusaz 0.0 $0
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Snowpark 0.0 $0
Môm' Park 0.0 $0
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 $0
Plateau des Glières 0.0 $0
Passy - Plaine Joux 0.0 $0
Cordon 0.0 $0
Stade de Slalom 0.0 $0
Cascades de Glace du Reposoir 0.0 $0
Les Houches (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc 0.0 $0
Megève/Saint-Gervais 0.0 $0
Evasion Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 $0
Jardin Enfants 0.0 $0
Le Semnoz 0.0 $0
Les Contamines 0.0 $0
Villages 0.0 $0
Portes du Soleil 0.0 $0
Roc d'Enfer 0.0 $0
Avoriaz 0.0 $0
Massif des Brasses 0.0 $0
Menthières 0.0 $0
Les Gets-Morzine 0.0 $0
Praz de Lys Sommand 0.0 $0
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Espace Diamant (Les Saisies) 0.0 $0
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Le Grand Massif 0.0 $0
Romme 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 $0
Flaine 0.0 $0

Airports Near Les Rousses

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Annemasse AirfieldMedium Airport
Dole Tavaux AirportDLEMedium Airport
Les Eplatures AirportMedium Airport
Aéro Sermange AirfieldSmall Airport
Altiport du Col de CeniseSmall Airport
Altisurface de Morzine-AvoriazSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon AirfieldSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Athose AirfieldSmall Airport
Balaiseaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de Val-RevermontSmall Airport
Base ULM Thollon les MémisesSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon La Vèze AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Cervens AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Fournet ULMSmall Airport
Habère Poche AirfieldSmall Airport
La Côte AirfieldSmall Airport
La Vrine Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lausanne la Blécherette AirportSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULMSmall Airport
Lombard AirfieldSmall Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Megève AltiportMVVSmall Airport
Montricher AirfieldSmall Airport
Môtiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontarlier AirfieldSmall Airport
Sagy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Roch Mayères AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Talissieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Vigearde AirfieldSmall Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Les Rousses

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Les Rousses

Treatment Centers in Les Rousses

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique de Bois-Bougy
Hôpital de Bellerive (HUG)
les Hauts d'Anières

Churches & Religious Organizations in Les Rousses

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Neiges
Église Saint-Pierre

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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 Les Rousses

What is the population of Les Rousses?

Les Rousses has a population of 3,048 residents and is located in France. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 square miles.

Is Les Rousses expensive to live in?

The median household income is $39,355, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $185,800 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Les Rousses?

Les Rousses has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.5 inches, with 110.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Les Rousses?

The unemployment rate in Les Rousses is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 183 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Les Rousses?

The median home value in Les Rousses is $185,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $929.

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