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Morteau, France

Bourgogne · France

Morteau is a small city in Bourgogne, France with a population of 6,343. Elevation: 2,523 ft (769 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
6,343 Population 1,164/sq mi density
2,523 ft Elevation 769 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
66.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$33,728 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$33,728 median income, 12.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$172,800 home value, $864/mo rent

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About Morteau

Morteau

Morteau is a commune, in the Doubs department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, eastern France.

People

Population6,343
Density1,164/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$33,728
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$172,800
Rent$864
Housing Units2,537
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation2,523 ft (769 m)
Population6,343
Population Density1,164 / sq mi
Elevation2,523 ft (769 m)
Coordinates47.0578°, 6.6072°
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$33,728

About Morteau

Morteau is a small city in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 6,343. The city sits at an elevation of 2,523 feet (769 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 Morteau is $33,728, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 381 business establishments.

Income: Morteau vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,728
55% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)381

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Morteau is $172,800, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,537 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,800
39% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,537

Property Tax

Morteau 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 2,523 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

Elevation2,523 ft (769 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density1,164/sq mi
Coordinates47.0578°N, 6.6072°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.0"
74% above France avg
Snowfall 63.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

760 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 M5.0 143 km
Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 46 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 118 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 126 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 127 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 39 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 35 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 51 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 113 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 139 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 66 km
Jun 28, 2004 2 km NNW of Brugg, Switzerland M4.2 130 km
Dec 30, 1992 2 km SW of Ühlingen-Birkendorf, Germany M4.2 145 km
Feb 11, 2012 2 km WNW of Unterägeri, Switzerland M4.2 147 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 87 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 100 km
Jul 21, 2025 4 km E of Frutigen, Switzerland M4.1 99 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 44 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 67 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 8 147 km
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m - 110 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological - - 79 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 4.2 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.6 in Driest
April 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.6 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 4.8 in Wettest

Morteau has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 31°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Morteau

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Section d'Enseignement Général et Professionnel Adapté du Collège Jean-Claude Bouquet - - - -
Collège Jean-Claude Bouquet - Val de Morteau - - - -
École maternelle Bois Soleil - - - -
École maternelle Centre - - - -
École primaire Louis Pergaud - - - -
École maternelle Louis Pergaud - - - -
École élémentaire Centre - - - -
Lycée polyvalent Edgar Faure - - - -
Collège privé Sainte-Jeanne d'Arc - - - -
École primaire privée Sainte-Jeanne d'Arc - - - -
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Radio Stations near Morteau

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RTN (CH) regional MP3 128 kbps
4U Radios - 4U 70s Flowers classic hits 70s, old hits MP3
Radio R Louange (CH) christian contemporary, christian praise&worship AAC+ 96 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

Museums in Morteau

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Association RVT-Historique
Château de Joux
Ecomusée de la pêche et des poissons de Bevaix
Ecomusée de la pêche et des poissons de Bevaix
Ferme-musée du Montagnon
Halle aux enchères - Urbanisme horloger
La Banderette
La Grange
La Maison de l'industrie
La Morille
Le Manège
Maison de l'Absinthe
Maison de la Tourbière
Maison Louis Pergaud
Maison Natale de Saint Joseph Marchand
Moulins souterrains du Col-des-Roches
Musée d'histoire
Musée d'Horlogerie du Locle
Musée de l'Areuse
Musée de l'Horlogerie du Haut-Doubs
Musée de la mécanique d'art et du patrimoine
Musée de la montre
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des Beaux-Arts Le Locle
Musée des civilisations de l'Islam
Musée des Grenouilles
Musée des roues de l'Areuse
Musée du tram
Musée international de l'horlogerie
Musée paysan et artisanal
Musée Rousseau de Môtiers
Musée Vie d'Antan
Muzoo
Vapeur du Val-de-Travers
Vivarium
Volkswrecks Bar & Museum

Libraries in Morteau

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Chateau de Saget0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Cortaillod0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Fleurier0.0
Bibliothèque communale du Val-de-Travers0.0
Bibliothèque communale et scolaire de Boudry0.0
Bibliothèque de Bevaix0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Auberson0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Ecole d'Arts Appliqués0.0
Bibliothèque de la Ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds0.0
Bibliothèque de la ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds0.0
Bibliothèque de la Ville du Locle0.0
Bibliothèque de Tévenon0.0
Bibliothèque des jeunes0.0
Bibliothèque des Jeunes0.0
Bibliothèque des Jeunes du Locle0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale de La Béroche0.0
Bibliothèque Louis Pergaud0.0
Bibliothèque publique d'Estavayer-le-Lac0.0
Bibliothèque publique du Val-de-Ruz - Geneveys-sur-Coffrane0.0
Bibliothèque publique et scolaire de Grandson0.0
Bibliothèque scolaire et publique de Sainte-Croix0.0
Centre de documentation et d'étude sur la langue internationale0.0
Médiathèque Alain Cartier0.0
Médiathèque HEP-BEJUNE0.0
Médiathèque Les Arcades0.0
Médiathèque municipale Roland Bouhéret0.0

Farmers Markets in Morteau

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hall'titude
Marché d'Estavayer-le-Lac
Place du Marché

Hotels in Morteau

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auberge de la Combe Geay
Hotels les Montagnards
La Guimbarde

Cafes in Morteau

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Bousse
La Pause Conviv Val
Un Monde à Part

Cinemas in Morteau

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Atalante
Le Paris

Theatres in Morteau

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Atalante

Veterinaries in Morteau

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #5503486546
Nouvelle Vie

Train Stations in Morteau

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Morteau

Bus Stations in Morteau

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #718323643

Gas Stations in Morteau

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Casino
FR #342552791
FR #7391130929
Station Service Intermarché
Total

Banks in Morteau

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel
LCL
Société Générale

Gyms in Morteau

4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fitness Morteau
L'atelier
Lib'Fit
Liberté Fitness

Breweries in Morteau

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
b.a.g
Beer station
Brasserie Artisanale Val-de-Travers
Brasserie de l'Avenir
Brasserie de la Fontaine
Brasserie de La Meute
L'Avenir
La Brelok
La Brelok'
La Chauffouillarde
La Comète
La P'tite Anglaise

Stadiums & Teams in Morteau

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Ski Resorts Near Morteau

65 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mouthe 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 - - -
Métabief 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hapfere - Plaffeien 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sommartel / Le Locle 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont-Gibloux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Berra 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schwarzsee 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Foncine le Haut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
l'Abbaye 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Charmey 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jaun 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 - - -
Les Bugnenets-Savagnières 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 - - -
Malleray - Les Orvalles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Genevez 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Goule 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gstaad - Saanen - Rougemont 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Heiti – Gsteig b. Gstaad 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Thollon les Mémises 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Serra 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Mosses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rochers de Naye 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dôle-Tuffes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Cergue 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Rousses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wispile – Gstaad 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Trélasse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Château-d'Oex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Longchaumois Rosset 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Prévondes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Leysin 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Pléiades 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rellerli – Schönried 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Paccots 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-George 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rathvel 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Moléson 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 - - -
La Chia 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Froideville 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L'Orient 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Morteau

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Les Eplatures Airport-Medium Airport
Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base-Medium Airport
Montbéliard-Courcelles Airfield-Medium Airport
Payerne Air BaseVIPMedium Airport
Vesoul-Frotey Airfield-Medium Airport
Altiport du Glacier de Tsanfleuron-Small Airport
Arc-sous-Cicon Airfield-Small Airport
Athose Airfield-Small Airport
Base ULM Thollon les Mémises-Small Airport
Belfort Chaux Airfield-Small Airport
Bellechasse Airfield-Small Airport
Besançon La Vèze Airfield-Small Airport
Besançon-Thise Airfield-Small Airport
Biel-Kappelen Airfield-Small Airport
Bonnay Airfield-Small Airport
Bressaucourt Airfield-Small Airport
Bucey-lès-Gy Airfield-Small Airport
Courtelary Airfield-Small Airport
Ecuvillens Airfield-Small Airport
Fontaine-lès-Clerval Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Fournet ULM-Small Airport
Gevigney Airfield-Small Airport
La Côte Airfield-Small Airport
La Gruyère Airfield-Small Airport
La Malachère Airfield-Small Airport
La Vrine Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Lambrey Airfield-Small Airport
Lanans Airfield-Small Airport
Lausanne la Blécherette Airport-Small Airport
Masevaux Airfield-Small Airport
Montricher Airfield-Small Airport
Môtiers Airfield-Small Airport
Neuchâtel Airfield-Small Airport
Pontarlier Airfield-Small Airport
Saanen Airfield-Small Airport
Saulnot Airfield-Small Airport
Soppe Airfield-Small Airport
Vieux-Ferrette Airfield-Small Airport
Yverdon-les-Bains Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Morteau

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Morteau

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morteau

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul
Église de l'Assomption de Notre-Dame

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 Morteau

What is the population of Morteau?

Morteau has a population of 6,343 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,164 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles.

Is Morteau expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,728, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $172,800 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Morteau?

Morteau 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 Morteau?

The job market in Morteau faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 381 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Morteau?

The median home value in Morteau is $172,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $864.

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