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Montécheroux, France

Bourgogne · France

Montécheroux is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 573. Elevation: 2,152 ft (656 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
573 Population 113/sq mi density
2,152 ft Elevation 656 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,888 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$25,888 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$100,400 home value, $502/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population573
Density113/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,888
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$100,400
Rent$502
Housing Units229
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation2,152 ft (656 m)
Population573
Population Density113 / sq mi
Elevation2,152 ft (656 m)
Coordinates47.3489°, 6.8061°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,182 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)
Median Household Income$25,888

About Montécheroux

Montécheroux is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 573. The city sits at an elevation of 2,152 feet (656 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Montécheroux is $25,888, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (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 34 business establishments.

Income: Montécheroux vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,888
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Montécheroux is $100,400, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $502 (57% below the national average of $1,163). There are 229 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 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,400
64% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$502
57% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units229

Property Tax

Montécheroux experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,152 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,152 ft (656 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates47.3489°N, 6.8061°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above France avg
Snowfall 13.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.02"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

718 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 21, 2025.

Feb 22, 2003 4 km W of Rambervillers, France M5.0 112 km
Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 61 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 6 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 87 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 41 km
Nov 16, 1995 1 km ENE of Einsiedeln, Switzerland M4.3 150 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 131 km
Jun 28, 2004 2 km NNW of Brugg, Switzerland M4.2 106 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 105 km
May 12, 2005 1 km NW of Oensingen, Switzerland M4.2 68 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 123 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 81 km
Feb 11, 2012 2 km WNW of Unterägeri, Switzerland M4.2 134 km
Dec 30, 1992 2 km SW of Ühlingen-Birkendorf, Germany M4.2 118 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 93 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 109 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 62 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 64 km
Jun 21, 2004 1 km WSW of Frenkendorf, Switzerland M4.1 69 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1601 LAKE LUCERNE Eruption + Earthquake 4.0 m 8 142 km
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m 112 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
February 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in
December 35°F (2°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Montécheroux has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 35°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Montécheroux

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire
École primaire
École élémentaire
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Radio Stations near Montécheroux

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RTN (CH) regional MP3 128 kbps
Canal3 deutsch (CH) local news, news AAC 192 kbps
4U Radios - 4U 70s Flowers classic hits 70s, old hits MP3
Puls Radio - Trance electronic, trance MP3 192 kbps
Plein Air Besançon doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
Electrons Libres (CH) MP3 192 kbps
Radio Electrons Libres (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Rocher (CH) community radio, suisse MP3 192 kbps
Radio Rocket (CH) alternative, eclectic prog MP3 320 kbps
Radio Gaba Switzerland (CH) deep house, minimal OGG
Plein Air Pontarlier doubs, plein air MP3 192 kbps
RJB (CH) MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Montécheroux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre Nature Les Cerlatez
Ferme-musée du Montagnon
Halle aux enchères - Urbanisme horloger
L'Atelier du Pavillon des sciences
La Damassine
Le 19
Le Pavillon des sciences
Musée Agricole de Botans
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée d'histoire
Musée de l'Artisanat et des Traditions Populaires
Musée de l'Aventure Peugeot
Musée de la pince
Musée de Saint-Imier
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée du Château des ducs de Wurtemberg
Musée du Ski
Musée Frédéric Japy
Musée international de l'horlogerie
Musée militaire
Musée Minal
Musée Roger Comte
Muzoo
Vivarium

Libraries in Montécheroux

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque communale du Soleil0.0
Bibliothèque communale et scolaire de Sonvilier0.0
Bibliothèque communale et scolaire du Noirmont0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Ecole d'Arts Appliqués0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Université de Franche-Comté - UTBM0.0
Bibliothèque de la ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds0.0
Bibliothèque de la Ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds0.0
Bibliothèque des Jeunes0.0
Bibliothèque Louis Pergaud0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale et scolaire de Cormoret0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Janusz Korczak0.0
Bibliothèque Pour Tous0.0
Bibliothèque régionale de Saint-Imier0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et communale de Renan0.0
Centre de documentation et d'étude sur la langue internationale0.0
L'ABC0.0
La Foyothèque0.0
La Vouivre0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Alain Cartier0.0
Médiathèque Alice Boname0.0
Médiathèque Bourogne0.0
Médiathèque de Delle0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterrand0.0
Médiathèque HEP-BEJUNE0.0
Médiathèque Le Bélieu0.0
Médiathèque Municipale Jules Carrey0.0
Médiathèque Nelson Mandela0.0

Farmers Markets in Montécheroux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hall'titude
Marché couvert
Marché Couvert
Marché couvert d'Audincourt
Marché hebdomadaire
Place du Champ de Foire

Monuments in Montécheroux

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monument Commémoratif aux Morts du Maquis du Lomont
Petit monument du Lomont
Vierge

Castles in Montécheroux

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fort du Lomont
La Tour Carrée

Breweries in Montécheroux

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Backporte
Brasserie de la Fontaine
Brasserie de La Meute
Brasserie de Sochaux
Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes BFM
Brasserie Fontaine de Jouvence
Hélie - Microbrasserie Solaire
Le Grand méchant moût

Stadiums & Teams in Montécheroux

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Ski Resorts Near Montécheroux

48 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
La Planche des Belles Filles 0.0 $0
Les Prés-d'Orvin 0.0 $0
Les Breuleux 0.0 $0
La Combe Saint-Pierre 0.0 $0
Tramelan 0.0 $0
La Golatte 0.0 $0
Pierrefontaine Les Varans 0.0 $0
Grenchenberg 0.0 $0
Malleray - Les Orvalles 0.0 $0
Les Genevez 0.0 $0
Grandval 0.0 $0
Goule 0.0 $0
Les Bugnenets-Savagnières 0.0 $0
Ballon d'Alsace 0.0 $0
Rouge Gazon 0.0 $0
Bussang Larcenaire 0.0 $0
Ventron 0.0 $0
Station du Markstein 0.0 $0
Snowkite Markstein 0.0 $0
Station de ski du Schnepfenried 0.0 $0
La Bresse Brabant 0.0 $0
La Bresse - Hohneck 0.0 $0
Gaschney 360 0.0 $0
La Bresse - Lispach 0.0 $0
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 $0
La Berra 0.0 $0
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 $0
Mont-Gibloux 0.0 $0
Mouthe 0.0 $0
Gantrisch Gurnigel 0.0 $0
Hapfere - Plaffeien 0.0 $0
Ottenleue 0.0 $0
Selital 0.0 $0
Métabief 0.0 $0
Rüschegg 0.0 $0
Skilift Gurnigel-Bad 0.0 $0
Schwarzsee 0.0 $0
Les Fourgs 0.0 $0
Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses 0.0 $0
La Robella 0.0 $0
Brot-Dessus 0.0 $0
La Cernay Blanche 0.0 $0
Sommartel / Le Locle 0.0 $0
Site du Meix Musy 0.0 $0
Les Gollières 0.0 $0
La Corbatière 0.0 $0
Crêt-du-Puy 0.0 $0
Chapeau-Râblé - La Chaux-de-Fonds 0.0 $0

Airports Near Montécheroux

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–FreiburgBSLLarge Airport
Bern AirportBRNMedium Airport
Grenchen AirfieldMedium Airport
Les Eplatures AirportMedium Airport
Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air BaseMedium Airport
Montbéliard-Courcelles AirfieldMedium Airport
Payerne Air BaseVIPMedium Airport
Vesoul-Frotey AirfieldMedium Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon AirfieldSmall Airport
Athose AirfieldSmall Airport
Belfort Chaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellechasse AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon La Vèze AirfieldSmall Airport
Besançon-Thise AirfieldSmall Airport
Biel-Kappelen AirfieldSmall Airport
Bressaucourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Courtelary AirfieldSmall Airport
Dittingen AirfieldSmall Airport
Dropt AltiSurfaceSmall Airport
Ecuvillens AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontaine-lès-Clerval Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fournet ULMSmall Airport
Jasney AirfieldSmall Airport
La Malachère AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tête Des Champs AltiportSmall Airport
La Vrine Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lanans AirfieldSmall Airport
Masevaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Môtiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Mulhouse-Habsheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuchâtel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontarlier AirfieldSmall Airport
Ramonchamp Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Saulnot AirfieldSmall Airport
Soppe AirfieldSmall Airport
Vieux-Ferrette AirfieldSmall Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Montécheroux

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chamesol
Montécheroux
Villars Sous Dampjoux

Churches & Religious Organizations in Montécheroux

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Ermenfroi
Église Saint-Georges
Église Saint-Pierre
Temple protestant

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Waterfalls
1
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 Montécheroux

What is the population of Montécheroux?

Montécheroux has a population of 573 residents and is located in France. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles.

Is Montécheroux expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,888, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,400 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $502 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Montécheroux?

Montécheroux has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Montécheroux?

The job market in Montécheroux faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Montécheroux?

The median home value in Montécheroux is $100,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $502.

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