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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).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,695 Population 194/sq mi density
584 ft Elevation 178 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,393 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$23,393 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$93,200 home value, $466/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,695
Density194/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,393
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty14.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$93,200
Rent$466
Housing Units678
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Population1,695
Population Density194 / sq mi
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Coordinates46.6302°, 5.1800°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation49.0 inches (1,246 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 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.

The median household income in Sornay is $23,393, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 102 business establishments.

Income: Sornay vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,393
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above France avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above France avg
Establishments (County)102

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sornay is $93,200, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $466 (60% below the national average of $1,163). There are 678 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

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 Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units678

Property Tax

Sornay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.6 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates46.6302°N, 5.1800°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.0"
29% above France avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (May) 3.94"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 133 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 92 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 113 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 109 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 87 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 95 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 147 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 140 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 144 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 80 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 149 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 146 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 127 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 118 km
Feb 24, 2003 9 km NNE of Levier, France M3.9 88 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 111 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 121 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 87 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 121 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 135 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 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Sornay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle William Morey
École primaire
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibiothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Lescheroux0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Germain-du-Bois0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Guigue0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Sermoyer0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Firmin Gémier0.0

Farmers Markets in Sornay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Atmosphère
Au Panier Bressan
Marché de Balanod
Marché de Louhans
Marché de Saint-Martin en Bresse

Breweries in Sornay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie la Perle Noire

Stadiums & Teams in Sornay

TeamLeagueDivision

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.

AirportIATAType
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Dijon Longvic airportDIJMedium Airport
Dole Tavaux AirportDLEMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay AirfieldMedium Airport
Aéro Sermange AirfieldSmall Airport
Arbois Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Auxey Duresses AirfieldSmall Airport
Balaiseaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de ChaneinsSmall Airport
Base ULM de PolliatSmall Airport
Base ULM de Val-RevermontSmall Airport
Bay AirfieldSmall Airport
Beaune-Challanges AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat AirfieldSmall Airport
Brancion AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalon Champforgeuil AirfieldSmall Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Doucier AirfieldSmall Airport
Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Le Parasoir AirfieldSmall Airport
Lombard AirfieldSmall Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Mionnay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuits-Saint-Georges AirfieldSmall Airport
Peronne - Moulin Chevraut AirfieldSmall Airport
Pouilly-Maconge AirfieldSmall Airport
Sagy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-de-Losne AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Romain AirfieldSmall Airport
Tournus Cuisery AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm St Eusebe AirfieldSmall Airport
Vigearde AirfieldSmall Airport
Villefranche-Tarare AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sornay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sornay

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sornay

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Remy
Temple du Bief Bouly

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 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.

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