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Sorbiers, France
Rhône-Alpes · France
Sorbiers is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 7,549. Elevation: 1,772 ft (540 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Sorbiers
Sorbiers is a commune in the Loire department in central France.
People
Economy
C+Housing
AClimate
| Population | 7,549 |
| Population Density | 1,212 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,772 ft (540 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.4911°, 4.4416° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Rhône-Alpes |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.3 inches (946 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.5 inches (27 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,778 |
About Sorbiers
Sorbiers is a small city in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 7,549. The city sits at an elevation of 1,772 feet (540 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Sorbiers vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,778 |
| 63% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 453 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $127,000 |
| 55% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $635 |
| 45% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 3,020 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below France avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,772 ft (540 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4911°N, 4.4416°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.5 in |
Sorbiers has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.1").
Schools in Sorbiers
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle Benoit Lauras | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Le Valjoly | — | — | — | — |
| École publique Isabelle Patissier | — | — | — | — |
| École publique maternelle | — | — | — | — |
| École privée Saint-Isidore | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Hubert Reeves | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Côte | — | — | — | — |
| EREA Nelson Mandela | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Bourg | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Magand | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire privée Sainte-Marie du Langonnand | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Hubert Reeves | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sorbiers
48 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jazz Radio | jazz, soul | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Jazz Radio Classic Jazz | classical, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MRADIO FRANCE | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Espérance Grégorien | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioCanut | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Allzic Radio Brazil | bossa nova, bossanova | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 8Beats | — | MP3 | |
| Laurent DINE IGLESIAS | dance, electro | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Reggae Arte radio | reggae | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canut | eclectic, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Scoop Powerdance | dance | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Générations Lyon | french, french music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz | jazz, soul | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio | dance, dance music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Activ radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LYL Radio | independent, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioDio | dub, hip-hop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Fuori Campo | culture, italian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Metal | metal | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Allzic Radio Zen | calm, relax | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio béguin | electro, funk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Jazz Radio Blues | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Tonic radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Allzic Radio Top 20 | charts, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio brume | rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ondaine | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Les enfants du Rhône | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RCF Lyon | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jazz Radio (CH) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RFM party | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Calade | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| PROJET XY | — | MP3 | |
| Virage radio Légende du rock | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| JAZZ RADIO - Jazz & Classique | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN FRANCE 80 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN RADIO METAL | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK FR | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE METAL | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lyon Demain | france, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Dio | 89.5 fm, alternative | MP3 160 kbps | |
| VIRGIN FRANCE | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VIRGIN FRANCE METAL | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Virgin Radio Rock Party | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sorbiers
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atelier et conservatoire des Meilleurs Ouvriers de France | ||||
| Centre d'interprétation des usages de l'eau de la vallée du Cotatay | ||||
| Écomusée des Bruneaux | ||||
| Espace archéologique Forez-Jarez | ||||
| Espace du Parchemin et du Cuir | ||||
| Explora | ||||
| L'Araire | ||||
| L'Aventure du Train | ||||
| La Cabane | ||||
| La Fabrique | ||||
| La Ferme Foréziene | ||||
| La Maison du Passementier | ||||
| La Mourine - maison des forgerons | ||||
| La Platine | ||||
| La Rotonde | ||||
| Maison de pays | ||||
| Maison des métiers | ||||
| Maison des Tresses et Lacets | ||||
| Maison du Patrimoine et de la Mesure | ||||
| Maison du patrimoine et des lettres | ||||
| Mémorial de la Résistance et de la Déportation de la Loire | ||||
| Musée d'Art et d'Industrie | ||||
| Musée d'Art moderne et contemporain | ||||
| Musée de l'Océanie | ||||
| Musée de la Béate | ||||
| Musée de la Faulx | ||||
| Musée de la mine Michel Rondet | ||||
| Musée de la Mine Site Couriot | ||||
| Musée de la passementerie | ||||
| Musée de la passementerie | ||||
| Musée de la Radio | ||||
| Musée des Arts Urbains et de Street Art | ||||
| Musée des Civilisations - Daniel Pouget | ||||
| Musée des Papeteries Canson et Montgolfier | ||||
| Musée des Sapeurs Pompiers de la Loire | ||||
| Musée des Transports Urbains de Saint-Étienne et sa région | ||||
| Musée des Verts | ||||
| Musée du Chapeau | ||||
| Musée Jean-Marie Somet | ||||
| Musée Paul Buyer | ||||
| Prieuré de Saint-Rambert |
Libraries in Sorbiers
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archives Municipales | 0.0 | |||||
| Au Jardin des Livres | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Andréï Roublev | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Croq'livres | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque d'Art | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque d'Unias | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Boisset Lès Montrond | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de l'Hôpital le Grand | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Cyprien | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Valfleury | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Véranne | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque du Mémorial de la Résistance et de la Déportation | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Intercommunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Jean Laude | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque L'Arc en ciel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothéque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Jules Verne | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Louis Aragon | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Saint-Exupéry | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire Michel Durafour | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire sciences | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre d'information et d'orientation | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace François Peyrard | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Mosaïk | 0.0 | |||||
| L’Esperluette | 0.0 | |||||
| La Cour des Livres | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Marque-Page | 0.0 | |||||
| Le prieuré | 0.0 | |||||
| Les Passerelles | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathéque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Antoine de Saint-Exupéry | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Cité du Design | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Bonson | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Carnot | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Cellieu | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de La Cotonne | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-André-le-Puy | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-Romain-en-Jarez | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Tarentaize | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Terrenoire | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathéque de Thurins | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Tréfilerie | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Villars | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Graine de Culture | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque intercommunale Le Shed | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Jeune Public Solaure | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque L'Envol des Mots | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Loire Forez – Saint-Just Saint-Rambert | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Louis Aragon | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Louise Labé | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Ludothèque Yves Duteil | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Mandragotte | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Michel Courot | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Mot@Mot | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale de Beaulieu | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale de Saint-Héand | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Paul Rigaut | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sorbiers
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halle | |||||
| Halle aux veaux | |||||
| Halle du Marché | |||||
| Halles Essentielles | |||||
| Marché Bio Albert Thomas | |||||
| Marché biologique des Clarines | |||||
| Marché Cours Fauriel | |||||
| Marché de Bellevue | |||||
| Marché de Carnot | |||||
| Marché de Chavanelle | |||||
| Marché de Côte-Chaude | |||||
| Marché de Genilac | |||||
| Marché de Jacquard | |||||
| Marché de la Métare | |||||
| Marché de la place de la Rivière | |||||
| Marché de la Talaudière | |||||
| Marché de Massenet | |||||
| Marché de Montplaisir | |||||
| Marché de Montreynaud | |||||
| Marché de producteur locaux | |||||
| Marché de producteurs Albert Thomas | |||||
| Marché de producteurs Bel-Air | |||||
| Marché de Saint-François | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Roch | |||||
| Marché de Thurins | |||||
| Marché du Soleil | |||||
| Place Lisfranc |
Theatres in Sorbiers
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Sorbiers
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sorbiers
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sorbiers
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sorbiers
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de la Loire | ||||
| Brasserie de la Semène | ||||
| Ferme de la Quintillière - Bière Busard | ||||
| La Bière du Berger | ||||
| La Brasserie des Plantes | ||||
| La brasserie du Pilat | ||||
| La Brasserie Stéphanoise | ||||
| La Farlodoise | ||||
| La Soyeuse | ||||
| Phylum Fungi |
Stadiums & Teams in Sorbiers
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sorbiers
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Estables | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Domaine Nordique du Meygal | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Prabouré | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chalmazel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| La Loge des Gardes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sorbiers
42 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | LYS | Large Airport |
| Lyon Bron Airport | LYN | Medium Airport |
| Roanne-Renaison Airport | RNE | Medium Airport |
| Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport | EBU | Medium Airport |
| Valence-Chabeuil Airport | VAF | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Feurs - Chambéon | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul | — | Small Airport |
| Altisurface de la Jasserie | — | Small Airport |
| Ambert - Le Poyet Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Assieu Paramotor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Base ULM de Chaneins | — | Small Airport |
| Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bibost Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Champis 07 Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Col de Bacchus Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Col du Béal Altiport | — | Small Airport |
| Cret de Montieux Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Creysseilles les croix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Deyras Saint Victor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Étoile-sur-Rhône Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Forez Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Frontonas Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grand Champ Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La jalabertière Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Le Parasoir Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Le Puy-Loudes Airfield | LPY | Small Airport |
| Les Vastres Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lyon Brindas Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lyon Corbas Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mionnay Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Montverdun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Précieux Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ratières Les Allandaines Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Roanne Mably Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Jean d'Ardières Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Chamond L'Horme Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Rambert-d'Albon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| St Galmier Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vienne Reventin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Villefranche-Tarare Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sorbiers
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sorbiers |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorbiers
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Croix Blanche | |
| Croix Rouge | |
| Église de l'Assomption-de-la-Vierge | |
| Église Saint-Isidore |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
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What is the population of Sorbiers?
Sorbiers has a population of 7,549 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,212 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.
Is Sorbiers expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,778, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $127,000 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Sorbiers?
Sorbiers 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 69°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sorbiers?
The unemployment rate in Sorbiers is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 453 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sorbiers?
The median home value in Sorbiers is $127,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $635.