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Métabief, France

Bourgogne · France

Métabief is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 721. Elevation: 3,294 ft (1,004 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
721 Population 325/sq mi density
3,294 ft Elevation 1,004 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
66.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$41,342 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,342 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$194,800 home value, $974/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population721
Density325/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,342
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$194,800
Rent$974
Housing Units288
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation3,294 ft (1,004 m)
Population721
Population Density325 / sq mi
Elevation3,294 ft (1,004 m)
Coordinates46.7699°, 6.3540°
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$41,342

About Métabief

Métabief is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 721. The city sits at an elevation of 3,294 feet (1,004 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Métabief is $41,342, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (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 43 business establishments.

Income: Métabief vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$41,342
45% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Métabief is $194,800, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% below the national average of $1,163). There are 288 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 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,800
31% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units288

Property Tax

Métabief 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. The city sits at an elevation of 3,294 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation3,294 ft (1,004 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates46.7699°N, 6.3540°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.0"
74% above France avg
Snowfall 63.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.16"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

712 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 60 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 84 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 117 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 89 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 14 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 90 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 76 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 56 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 109 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 123 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 121 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 89 km
May 12, 2005 1 km NW of Oensingen, Switzerland M4.2 118 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 73 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 117 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 112 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 57 km
Jun 21, 2004 1 km WSW of Frenkendorf, Switzerland M4.1 130 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 106 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 58 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 123 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 4.6 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 4.6 in Coldest
March 36°F (2°C) 3.9 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.0 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Métabief has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 31°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and March the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Métabief

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire intercommunale du Mont d'Or
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Radio Stations near Métabief

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 Métabief

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Association RVT-Historique
Atelier-Musée Encre & Plomb
Château de Joux
Château de La Sarraz
Ecomusée - Maison Michaud
Espace Horloger Vallée de Joux
Espace muséographique de la neige artificielle
Fondation Jan Michalski pour l’écriture et la littérature
Fort de Pré Giroud
Maison de la réserve du lac de Remoray
Musée Atelier Audemars Piguet
Musée d'Orbe
Musée de la Boissellerie
Musée de la mécanique d'art et du patrimoine
Musée de la meunerie de Métabief
Musée de Pontarlier
Musée de vacherin
Musée des roues de l'Areuse
Musée du Cheval
Musée du fer et du chemin de fer
Musée du Vieux Baulmes
Musée Patrimoine au fil de l'eau
Musée-relais du cheval comtois et de la forêt
Vapeur du Val-de-Travers
Villa romaine
Volkswrecks Bar & Museum

Libraries in Métabief

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque "1001 pages"0.0
Bibliothèque "L'Orangerie"0.0
Bibliothèque cantonale et universitaire de Lausanne, site Internef0.0
Bibliothèque cantonale et universitaire de Lausanne, Site Renens0.0
Bibliothèque cantonale et universitaire de Lausanne, site Unithèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliotheque communale0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque communale d'Ecublens0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Bière0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Cossonay0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Crissier0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Crissier0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Cuarnens0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Fleurier0.0
Bibliothèque communale du Val-de-Travers0.0
Bibliothèque communale et scolaire de Bussigny et Villars-Ste-Croix0.0
Bibliothèque de biologie0.0
Bibliothèque de Jougne0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Auberson0.0
Bibliothèque de La Chaux0.0
Bibliothèque de Monnaz0.0
Bibliothèque des sciences de la terre0.0
Bibliothèque du Léman0.0
Bibliothèque du Sentier0.0
Bibliothèque Edouard Fleuret0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale de la Venoge0.0
Bibliothèque interculturelle "Globlivres"0.0
Bibliothèque publique et scolaire de la région d'Orbe0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et communale du Vallon du Nozon0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et municipale de Vallorbe0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et publique de Sainte-Croix0.0
Bibliothèque villageoise de Montricher0.0
Boîte à livres0.0
Casi Dijon0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Métabief

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Sureau
Marché d'Orbe
Marché de Doubs
Marché hebdomadaire de la Vallée de Joux

Hotels in Métabief

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de vacances VTF Le Bief Rouge
Hôtel Étoile des Neiges
Hôtel Restaurant Les Sapins

Cafes in Métabief

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La pause locale

Cinemas in Métabief

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Mont d'Or

Theme Parks in Métabief

2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Métabief aventure
Métabief aventure

Gyms in Métabief

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Yoga d'Émilie

Breweries in Métabief

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Birrificio Due Fusti
Brasserie Artisanale Val-de-Travers
Brasserie des ComBière
Brasserie des Condémines
La Bonne Bouille
La Nébuleuse
La Pérégrine
La Talentueuse
O'Bled

Stadiums & Teams in Métabief

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Métabief

67 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
La Chia 0.0 $0
Métabief 0.0 $0
Mouthe 0.0 $0
Mont-Gibloux 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
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 $0
Morbier - Le Glacier 0.0 $0
Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) 0.0 $0
Le Brassus 0.0 $0
Chalet a Gobet 0.0 $0
Les Gentianes 0.0 $0
Bellefontaine 0.0 $0
Le Moléson 0.0 $0
Les Gollières 0.0 $0
Goule 0.0 $0
Pierrefontaine Les Varans 0.0 $0
La Combe Saint-Pierre 0.0 $0
Les Breuleux 0.0 $0
Les Bugnenets-Savagnières 0.0 $0
Chapeau-Râblé - La Chaux-de-Fonds 0.0 $0
Crêt-du-Puy 0.0 $0
La Corbatière 0.0 $0
Rathvel 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
Roc d'Enfer 0.0 $0
Grange des Bois 0.0 $0
La Chapelle d'Abondance 0.0 $0
L’Essert – Abondance 0.0 $0
Espace Liberté 0.0 $0
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 $0
Portes du Soleil 0.0 $0
Les Giettes 0.0 $0
La Martinaux 0.0 $0
Bernex 0.0 $0
Champéry – Les Crosets – Champoussin – Morgins 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
Les Marecottes 0.0 $0
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Leysin 0.0 $0
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 $0
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 $0
Thollon les Mémises 0.0 $0
La Serra 0.0 $0
Rochers de Naye 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 Prévondes 0.0 $0
Les Pléiades 0.0 $0
Les Paccots 0.0 $0
Saint-George 0.0 $0

Airports Near Métabief

44 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
Altiport du Col de CeniseSmall Airport
Altisurface de Morzine-AvoriazSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon AirfieldSmall Airport
Athose AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM Thollon les MémisesSmall Airport
Bay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon La Vèze AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon-Thise AirfieldSmall Airport
Bex AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnay AirfieldSmall Airport
Bressaucourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Bucey-lès-Gy AirfieldSmall Airport
Cervens AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Courtelary AirfieldSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Ecuvillens 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 Gruyère 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
Montricher AirfieldSmall Airport
Môtiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuchâtel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontarlier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
Vigearde AirfieldSmall Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Métabief

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Longevilles-Mont-d'Or
Métabief

Churches & Religious Organizations in Métabief

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Calvaire
Église de la Présentation de Notre-Dame
Église Saint-Antoine
Église Saint-Sylvestre

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 Métabief

What is the population of Métabief?

Métabief has a population of 721 residents and is located in France. The population density is 325 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.

Is Métabief expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,342, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $194,800 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $974 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 Métabief?

Métabief 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.

How is the job market in Métabief?

The job market in Métabief faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Métabief?

The median home value in Métabief is $194,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $974.

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