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Ruffieux, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Ruffieux is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 770. Elevation: 974 ft (297 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
770 Population 103/sq mi density
974 ft Elevation 297 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,849 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$26,849 median income, 9.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$141,200 home value, $706/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population770
Density103/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,849
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$141,200
Rent$706
Housing Units308
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Population770
Population Density103 / sq mi
Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Coordinates45.8490°, 5.8433°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Household Income$26,849

About Ruffieux

Ruffieux is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 770. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet (297 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Ruffieux is $26,849, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (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 46 business establishments.

Income: Ruffieux vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,849
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)46

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ruffieux is $141,200, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below the national average of $1,163). There are 308 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 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,200
50% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$706
39% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units308

Property Tax

Ruffieux experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below France avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates45.8490°N, 5.8433°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above France avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.13"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

888 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 149 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 128 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 37 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 21 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 43 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 21 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 96 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 148 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 121 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 69 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 145 km
May 14, 2004 0 km SSE of Chiusa di San Michele, Italy M4.2 143 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 147 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 147 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 88 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 123 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 138 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 135 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 144 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 33 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 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
February 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
October 51°F (10°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in Coldest

Ruffieux has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 36°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.9").

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Radio Stations near Ruffieux

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Meuh electronic, funk MP3 128 kbps
RTS Couleur 3 (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vostok (CH) AAC+ 96 kbps
Planet Ambi HD (CH) ambient, drone MP3 320 kbps
H2O annecy, haute-savoie MP3 128 kbps
Basspistol Radio (CH) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Magic radio 80s, flac OGG 1500 kbps
Radio Lac (CH) genève, lac MP3 128 kbps
Geneva Latina Radio (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Rockenfolie rock MP3 256 kbps
ODS Radio Rock alternative rock, indie rock MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio MP3 128 kbps
One FM (CH) MP3 128 kbps
KTFM / Global Sport (CH) 70s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
Radio Zones 93,8 FM african, blues MP3 192 kbps
Lifestyle74 AAC 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) AAC 64 kbps
World Radio Switzerland (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Magic Radio - Proxima MP3 192 kbps
SunAlpes Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio FMR AAC+ 32 kbps
La radio Plus MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio Légende du Rock alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 kbps
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse MP3

Museums in Ruffieux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Deumeure du Père Noël
La maison du Père Fouettard
Maison d'Izieu, mémorial des enfants juifs exterminés
Maison de l'Artisanat
Maison du Marais et Réserve Naturelle
Musée de la cordonnerie
Musée de la Nature
Musée de la Vache et des Alpages
Musée des Outils de la Pierre
Musée des Traditions Vigneronnes
Musée du Bois
Musée du Bugey-Valromey
Musée Faure
Musée français de la Fausse Monnaie
Musée gallo-romain de Chanaz
Musée Léon Marès
Museo Galletti
Notre Histoire - Musée de Rumilly

Libraries in Ruffieux

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Au coin du livre0.0
Au pré de mon livre0.0
Bibliotèque d'Héry-sur-Alby0.0
Bibliothèque Adrienne Monier0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Cusy0.0
Bibliothèque de la Salèvienne0.0
Bibliothèque de Lovagny0.0
Bibliothèque de Poisy - Le Forum0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Jean de Chevelu0.0
Bibliothèque de Vers0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Marlioz0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Moye0.0
La Lyaude0.0
Médiathèque de Belley0.0
Médiathèque de Rumilly0.0
Médiathèque départementale de l'Ain0.0
Médiathèque du Valromey0.0
Médiathèque Louise Michel0.0
Mediathèque Media'Lac0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
USMB Bâtiment 10 - Bibliothèque Universitaire du Bourget-du-Lac0.0

Farmers Markets in Ruffieux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles du marché couvert
Marché
Marché
Marché
Marché
Marché d'Alby-sur-Chéran
Marché de Culoz
Marché du Sierroz
Marché hebdomadaire
Marché hebdomadaire de Belley
Place Jean Jaurès

Castles in Ruffieux

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Collonges
Château de Mécoras

Gas Stations in Ruffieux

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station U

Breweries in Ruffieux

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Caquot
Brasserie de Chanaz
Brasserie Les Rois Malts
La Gevrinoise - Brasserie artisanale
Le Mel'in
Les brasseurs savoyards
Les Brasseurs Savoyards
Micro Brasserie la Virgule

Stadiums & Teams in Ruffieux

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Ski Resorts Near Ruffieux

57 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Le Semnoz 0.0 $0
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 $0
La Clusaz 0.0 $0
Stade de Slalom 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
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 $0
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 $0
Menthières 0.0 $0
Massif des Brasses 0.0 $0
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 $0
Grange des Bois 0.0 $0
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 $0
Les Hautes Combes 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
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 $0
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 $0
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 $0
Albiez-Montrond 0.0 $0
Les Karellis 0.0 $0
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 $0
Les Sybelles 0.0 $0
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 $0
Le Corbier 0.0 $0
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Les 7 Laux 0.0 $0
Col de Porte 0.0 $0
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 $0
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 $0
Valloire - Galibier Thabor 0.0 $0
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 $0
Col de Marcieu 0.0 $0
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 $0
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Le Granier 0.0 $0
Les Entremonts 0.0 $0
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 $0
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 $0
La Féclaz 0.0 $0
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 $0
Le Revard 0.0 $0
Plateau du Revard 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ruffieux

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Annemasse AirfieldMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - MeximieuxSmall Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal AirfieldSmall Airport
Altiport du Col de CeniseSmall Airport
Altisurface de ValmorelSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de PolliatSmall Airport
Base ULM de Val-RevermontSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belley-Peyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat AirfieldSmall Airport
Cervens AirfieldSmall Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Belledonne AltiportSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Frontonas AirfieldSmall Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier Lombard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud AirfieldSmall Airport
Habère Poche AirfieldSmall Airport
L'Arpette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Côte AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULMSmall Airport
Leyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbin AirfieldSmall Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Méribel AltiportMFXSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Montricher AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Pointe de l'Ouillon AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Saint Vincent de Mercuze AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-d'Arves AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Saint-Rémy-de-Maurienne AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Roch Mayères AltisurfaceSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ruffieux

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruffieux

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Germain

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 Ruffieux

What is the population of Ruffieux?

Ruffieux has a population of 770 residents and is located in France. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles.

Is Ruffieux expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,849, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $141,200 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ruffieux?

Ruffieux has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ruffieux?

The job market in Ruffieux faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ruffieux?

The median home value in Ruffieux is $141,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $706.

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