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Rochefort-Montagne, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Rochefort-Montagne is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 890. Elevation: 2,805 ft (855 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
890 Population 64/sq mi density
2,805 ft Elevation 855 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,436 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$23,436 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$100,200 home value, $501/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population890
Density64/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,436
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$100,200
Rent$501
Housing Units356
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation2,805 ft (855 m)
Population890
Population Density64 / sq mi
Elevation2,805 ft (855 m)
Coordinates45.6847°, 2.8043°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.3 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.3 inches (90 cm)
Median Household Income$23,436

About Rochefort-Montagne

Rochefort-Montagne is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 890. The city sits at an elevation of 2,805 feet (855 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Rochefort-Montagne is $23,436, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (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 53 business establishments.

Income: Rochefort-Montagne vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,436
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)53

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rochefort-Montagne is $100,200, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $501 (57% below the national average of $1,163). There are 356 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 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,200
64% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$501
57% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units356

Property Tax

Climate in Rochefort-Montagne

Rochefort-Montagne has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 567 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.3°C / 40°F 0.6° / 8° 26.7
Feb 5°C / 41°F 0.5° / 9.6° 18.9
Mar 8.4°C / 47°F 3° / 13.7° 25.4
Apr 10.9°C / 52°F 5.2° / 16.6° 52.1
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.9° / 20.6° 67.0
Jun 18.4°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.2° 69.3
Jul 20.6°C / 69°F 14.3° / 26.8° 62.6
Aug 20.6°C / 69°F 14.3° / 26.8° 61.6
Sep 16.7°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.6° 57.3
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.2° / 17.8° 49.6
Nov 7.9°C / 46°F 3.8° / 12° 46.6
Dec 5°C / 41°F 1.4° / 8.6° 29.4
Rochefort-Montagne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The area receives 35.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,805 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below France avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,805 ft (855 m)
Area13.9 sq mi (35.9 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates45.6847°N, 2.8043°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.3"
14% above France avg
Snowfall 35.3"
Wettest Month (May) 3.74"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

305 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 9, 2022.

May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 63 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 33 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 30 km
Aug 23, 1997 7 km NW of Chaillac, France M3.7 150 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 42 km
May 22, 1991 8 km SSW of Aigurande, France M3.6 108 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 72 km
Jul 25, 2002 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.5 146 km
Jun 2, 1990 0 km NE of Le Pêchereau, France M3.5 139 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 32 km
Jun 16, 2005 7 km N of Chaillac, France M3.4 148 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 88 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 72 km
Jul 25, 2002 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.4 145 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 60 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 83 km
May 6, 2000 11 km ENE of Chaillac, France M3.3 139 km
Nov 14, 1997 4 km WNW of Châteaumeillant, France M3.3 111 km
Jun 9, 1991 8 km NNE of Bussière-Dunoise, France M3.3 107 km
Jan 19, 1999 3 km SSW of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.3 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (16 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 16 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in

Rochefort-Montagne has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Rochefort-Montagne

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée Agricole de Rochefort-Montagne — — — —
Collège Gordon Bennett — — — —
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Radio Stations near Rochefort-Montagne

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
NRJ Clermont — AAC+ 64 kbps
Maxi France radio chansons françaises, pop MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Manouche — MP3 128 kbps
Sun Radio Bar deep, groove MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campus Clermont-Ferrand culture, electronic MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Rochefort-Montagne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Espace Temple de Mercure
Fontaines Pétrifiantes
Grottes du Mont Cornadore
La Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic
Maison du Saint-Nectaire
Maison Garenne
Manoir de Veygoux
Minérail
Musée citoyen des arts verriers
Musée de l'Ecole Rurale
Musée de Royat
Musée des Peintres de l'École de Murol
Musée du Ski
Musée La Ruche des Puys
Musée Marcel Sahut
Scénomusée Grange de Julien
Scénomusée la Toinette et Julien
Scénomusée la Toinette et Julien

Libraries in Rochefort-Montagne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque L'Écume des Jours0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Sayat0.0
Bibliothèque relais0.0
Espace culturel Joseph Forêt0.0
La Volvi'tech0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque d'Olby0.0
Médiathèque de Besse0.0
Médiathèque L'Oiseau Lyre0.0
Médiathèque Nicolas-Chamfort0.0
Pôle de lecture du Sancy (Médiathèque)0.0

Farmers Markets in Rochefort-Montagne

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert

Hotels in Rochefort-Montagne

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel La Cascade
Hôtel Notre-Dame
Hôtel Roche
L'Ajasserie d'Orcival

Cafes in Rochefort-Montagne

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Français
Crêperie du Vieux Logis
Les Arvernes

Theatres in Rochefort-Montagne

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Poulailler

Castles in Rochefort-Montagne

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Cordès
Rochefort-Montagne

Dentists in Rochefort-Montagne

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #80749308

Veterinaries in Rochefort-Montagne

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #9922829214

Gas Stations in Rochefort-Montagne

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia
FR #80749360

Breweries in Rochefort-Montagne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Montagnes
Brasserie du Sancy
Dark Lab
L'Artense

Ski Resorts Near Rochefort-Montagne

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Le Lioran 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Le Grand Sancy 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chastreix 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Rochefort-Montagne

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airportCFELarge Airport
Montluçon-Guéret AirportMCUMedium Airport
Vichy-Charmeil AirportVHYMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'Égletons—Small Airport
Aubiat Sardon Airfield—Small Airport
Banelle Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Base ULM La Bouble—Small Airport
Bort-l'Étang Airfield—Small Airport
Brioude Beaumont Airfield—Small Airport
Charbonnières les Vieilles Airfield—Small Airport
Évaux Airfield—Small Airport
Grand Prouilhat Airfield—Small Airport
Issoire-Le Broc Airfield—Small Airport
Jayet Gannat Airfield—Small Airport
Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite Airfield—Small Airport
Mazeyrat Airfield—Small Airport
Montluçon-Domérat Airfield—Small Airport
Sailles Saint-Nectaire Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Priest des Champs Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Fargeol Les Fougères Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Flour-Coltines Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Gal-sur-Sioule Les Tabarias Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Julien Sancy Airfield—Small Airport
Tinhlat Airfield—Small Airport
Ussel-Thalamy Airfield—Small Airport
Veauce Airfield—Small Airport
Verneugheol Airfield—Small Airport
Verneuil en Bourbonnais—Small Airport

Post Offices in Rochefort-Montagne

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence Postale Communale
Rochefort-Montagne

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rochefort-Montagne

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Basilique Notre-Dame-des-Fers
Chapelle Notre-Dame
Chapelle Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Jean
Église Saint-Martin

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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 Rochefort-Montagne

What is the population of Rochefort-Montagne?

Rochefort-Montagne has a population of 890 residents and is located in France. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles.

Is Rochefort-Montagne expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,436, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,200 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $501 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rochefort-Montagne?

Rochefort-Montagne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches, with 35.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rochefort-Montagne?

The unemployment rate in Rochefort-Montagne is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 53 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rochefort-Montagne?

The median home value in Rochefort-Montagne is $100,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $501.

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