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Morbier, France

Bourgogne · France

Morbier is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 2,224. Elevation: 2,694 ft (821 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,224 Population 114/sq mi density
2,694 ft Elevation 821 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
82.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$34,042 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,042 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$141,800 home value, $709/mo rent

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About Morbier

Morbier

Morbier is a commune in the Jura department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in Eastern France. From 1680 to 1920, Morbier was, with Morez, the centre of Comtoise clock production. It gave its name to the Morbier cheese, which is produced in a larger area in the Jura Mountains. It is part of Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park.

People

Population2,224
Density114/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,042
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$141,800
Rent$709
Housing Units890
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation2,694 ft (821 m)
Population2,224
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation2,694 ft (821 m)
Coordinates46.5369°, 6.0153°
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$34,042

About Morbier

Morbier is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 2,224. The city sits at an elevation of 2,694 feet (821 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 Morbier is $34,042, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (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 133 business establishments.

Income: Morbier vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$34,042
55% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)133

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Morbier is $141,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $709 (39% below the national average of $1,163). There are 890 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 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,800
50% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$709
39% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units890

Property Tax

Morbier 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 2,694 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

Elevation2,694 ft (821 m)
Area19.6 sq mi (50.7 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates46.5369°N, 6.0153°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.5"
117% above France avg
Snowfall 110.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.39"
Driest Month (Mar) 4.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

684 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 92 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 94 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 58 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 64 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 84 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 111 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 60 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 126 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 130 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 124 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 150 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 100 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 102 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 95 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 89 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 76 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 87 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 81 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological - - 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 4.8 in
March 35°F (2°C) 4.0 in Driest
April 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (11°C) 4.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.8 in
November 36°F (2°C) 5.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 5.4 in Wettest

Morbier has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 29°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and March the driest (4.0").

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Schools in Morbier

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée technique rural privé - - - -
École primaire - - - -
École primaire - - - -
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Radio Stations near Morbier

19 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
Fréquence Amitié Vesoul blues, jazz MP3 128 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
Radio Plein Air Jura - La Radio Hit Régionale pop music MP3 192 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 Morbier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
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
L'Atelier des Savoir-Faire
Le Monde des Automates
Maison des Cascades
Maison du parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura
Moulin de Saint-George
Musée archéologique
Musée Atelier Audemars Piguet
Musée de l'Abbaye
Musée de la Boissellerie
Musée de la Lunette
Musée de la Tournerie - Artisanat sur Corne
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 National Suisse
Musée Romain
Musée Romand de la Machine Agricole
Pipe and diamond Museum

Libraries in Morbier

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque "Matulu"0.0
Bibliothèque communale "Litou"0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Chéserex0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Crans0.0
Bibliothèque communale de La Rippe0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Saint-Cergue0.0
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 Sentier0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Gex0.0
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
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Arcade0.0
Médiathèque Le Dôme0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Observatoire astronomique - Bibliothèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Morbier

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché artisanal de la Grenette
Marché hebdomadaire
Marché hebdomadaire de la Vallée de Joux

Hotels in Morbier

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Logis-Hôtel La Chaumière

Train Stations in Morbier

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Morbier

Gas Stations in Morbier

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avia Express

Breweries in Morbier

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Lizon
Cap’taine Mousse

Stadiums & Teams in Morbier

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Morbier

56 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Froideville 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Serra 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 - - -
Saint-George 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bellefontaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Gentianes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chalet a Gobet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Brassus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Morbier - Le Glacier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L'Orient 0.0 - - $0 - - -
l'Abbaye 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Foncine le Haut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mouthe 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Métabief 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Fourgs 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Robella 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Cernay Blanche 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Site du Meix Musy 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pierrefontaine Les Varans 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Romme 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Clusaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Slalom 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cordon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau des Glières 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Môm' Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snowpark 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Terre Ronde 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cascades de Glace du Reposoir 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Flaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Reposoir 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Megève/Saint-Gervais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Croisette 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Praz de Lys Sommand 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Gets-Morzine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Menthières 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Massif des Brasses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Roc d'Enfer 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L’Essert – Abondance 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grange des Bois 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bernex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Morbier

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)-Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Annemasse Airfield-Medium Airport
Dole Tavaux AirportDLEMedium Airport
Aéro Sermange Airfield-Small Airport
Altiport du Col de Cenise-Small Airport
Altisurface de Morzine-Avoriaz-Small Airport
Arbois Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon Airfield-Small Airport
Arthenas Airfield-Small Airport
Athose Airfield-Small Airport
Balaiseaux Airfield-Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave-Small Airport
Base ULM de Val-Revermont-Small Airport
Base ULM Thollon les Mémises-Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield-Small Airport
Besançon La Vèze Airfield-Small Airport
Besançon-Thise Airfield-Small Airport
Boissia Airfield-Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield-Small Airport
Cervens Airfield-Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield-Small Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay Airfield-Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield-Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield-Small Airport
Corlier Altiport-Small Airport
Doucier Airfield-Small Airport
Habère Poche Airfield-Small Airport
La Côte Airfield-Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip-Small Airport
La Vrine Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Lausanne la Blécherette Airport-Small Airport
Lavours Airfield-Small Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULM-Small Airport
Lombard Airfield-Small Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux Airfield-Small Airport
Megève AltiportMVVSmall Airport
Montricher Airfield-Small Airport
Môtiers Airfield-Small Airport
Pontarlier Airfield-Small Airport
Sagy Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Jean-de-Losne Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Roch Mayères Altisurface-Small Airport
Talissieu Airfield-Small Airport
Vigearde Airfield-Small Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Morbier

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Morbier
Relais Poste

Treatment Centers in Morbier

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique de Bois-Bougy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morbier

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Michel
Église Saint-Renobert

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 Morbier

What is the population of Morbier?

Morbier has a population of 2,224 residents and is located in France. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 19.6 square miles.

Is Morbier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $34,042, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $141,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $709 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Morbier?

Morbier 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 Morbier?

The job market in Morbier faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 133 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Morbier?

The median home value in Morbier is $141,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $709.

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