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Sornay, France
Bourgogne · France
Sornay is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 1,695. Elevation: 584 ft (178 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DHousing
AClimate
| Population | 1,695 |
| Population Density | 194 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.6302°, 5.1800° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Bourgogne |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.0 inches (1,246 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $23,393 |
About Sornay
Sornay is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 1,695. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet (178 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Sornay vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $23,393 |
| 69% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 102 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $93,200 |
| 67% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $466 |
| 60% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 678 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above France avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6302°N, 5.1800°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 563 | LAKE GENEVA | Meteorological | - | - | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
Sornay has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 38°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.5").
Schools in Sornay
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle William Morey | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sornay
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Scoop Bourg | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio aléo | local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Plein Air Jura - La Radio Hit Régionale | pop music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Sud Besançon | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sornay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre Eden | ||||
| Coligny Car Muséum | ||||
| Espace D'Artagnan | ||||
| Ferme de la Forêt | ||||
| Maison de l’agriculture et de l’alimentation bressanes | ||||
| Maison de la Poupée | ||||
| Moulin de Montjay | ||||
| Musée Chintreuil | ||||
| Musée d'Histoire et de Culture des Sourds | ||||
| Musée de l'Imprimerie (Écomusée) | ||||
| Musée de l'Ours en peluche (privé) | ||||
| Musée du Terroir | ||||
| Musée du Terroir et de la Volaille | ||||
| Musée du Vélo | ||||
| Musée municipal |
Libraries in Sornay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibiothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Lescheroux | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Germain-du-Bois | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Henri Guigue | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque intercommunale | 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 de Sermoyer | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Firmin Gémier | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sornay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atmosphère | |||||
| Au Panier Bressan | |||||
| Marché de Balanod | |||||
| Marché de Louhans | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Martin en Bresse |
Breweries in Sornay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie la Perle Noire |
Stadiums & Teams in Sornay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sornay
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terre Ronde | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Menthières | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sornay
46 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278) | - | Medium Airport |
| Dijon Longvic airport | DIJ | Medium Airport |
| Dole Tavaux Airport | DLE | Medium Airport |
| Mâcon-Charnay Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Aéro Sermange Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arbois Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arthenas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Auxey Duresses Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balaiseaux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM d'Izenave | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM de Chaneins | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM de Polliat | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM de Val-Revermont | - | Small Airport |
| Bay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beaune-Challanges Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Boissia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brancion Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chalon Champforgeuil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Champagnole-Crotenay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corlier Altiport | - | Small Airport |
| Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Doucier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Tranclière Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Le Parasoir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lombard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mionnay Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nantoux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nuits-Saint-Georges Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Peronne - Moulin Chevraut Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pouilly-Maconge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sagy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Jean d'Ardières Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Claude Pratz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Jean-de-Losne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Romain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tournus Cuisery Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| ulm St Eusebe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vigearde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Villefranche-Tarare Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sornay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sornay |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sornay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Remy | |
| Temple du Bief Bouly |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sornay
What is the population of Sornay?
Sornay has a population of 1,695 residents and is located in France. The population density is 194 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles.
Is Sornay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $23,393, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $93,200 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $466 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Sornay?
Sornay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sornay?
The job market in Sornay faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 102 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sornay?
The median home value in Sornay is $93,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $466.