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Vrigne-aux-Bois, France

Grand Est · France

Vrigne-aux-Bois is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 3,645. Elevation: 531 ft (162 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,645 Population 774/sq mi density
531 ft Elevation 162 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
35.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,237 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$22,237 median income, 14.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$113,600 home value, $568/mo rent

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About Vrigne-aux-Bois

Vrigne-aux-Bois

Vrigne-aux-Bois is a commune in the Ardennes department in northern France. It is located 14 kilometers from the neighboring town of Sedan. On 1 January 2017, the former commune of Bosseval-et-Briancourt was merged into Vrigne-aux-Bois.

People

Population3,645
Density774/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$22,237
Unemployment14.8%
Poverty20.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$113,600
Rent$568
Housing Units1,458
Rent Burden29.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Population3,645
Population Density774 / sq mi
Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Coordinates49.7372°, 4.8557°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (912 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$22,237

About Vrigne-aux-Bois

Vrigne-aux-Bois is a small town in France (Grand Est) with a population of 3,645. The city sits at an elevation of 531 feet (162 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Vrigne-aux-Bois is $22,237, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 219 business establishments.

Income: Vrigne-aux-Bois vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,237
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.8%
311% above France avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above France avg
Establishments (County)219

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Vrigne-aux-Bois is $113,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,458 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,600
60% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below France avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,458

Property Tax

Vrigne-aux-Bois experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.9 inches. The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 531 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below France avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density774/sq mi
Coordinates49.7372°N, 4.8557°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below France avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.54"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

223 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 2, 2021.

Feb 23, 2008 3 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany M4.5 149 km
Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 108 km
Apr 14, 1992 2 km SSE of Vaals, Netherlands M4.3 140 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 72 km
Jan 3, 2008 2 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany M4.1 149 km
Jun 23, 2001 1 km SW of Ulestraten, Netherlands M4.0 145 km
Sep 11, 1999 4 km SSE of Britten, Germany M4.0 135 km
Jun 14, 2000 4 km ESE of Kédange-sur-Canner, France M4.0 122 km
Mar 7, 2006 1 km ESE of Nalbach, Germany M3.9 146 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 62 km
Jan 26, 2008 2 km NE of Saarwellingen, Germany M3.9 148 km
Jul 23, 1996 5 km NW of Stoumont, Belgium M3.9 100 km
Sep 25, 2001 2 km WNW of Nalbach, Germany M3.9 142 km
Mar 7, 2001 Belgium M3.8 141 km
Jul 13, 2008 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium M3.8 102 km
Jan 26, 2008 0 km SE of Nalbach, Germany M3.8 145 km
Aug 3, 1993 0 km WNW of Carling, France M3.8 148 km
Mar 7, 2001 0 km WSW of Wijlre, Netherlands M3.8 142 km
Jun 9, 2007 2 km ESE of Beckingen, Germany M3.7 141 km
Mar 16, 2006 3 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany M3.7 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
West Eifel Volcanic Field Maar(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) -8300 151 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
March 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in Wettest

Vrigne-aux-Bois has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 36°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Vrigne-aux-Bois

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Pasteur
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Radio Stations near Vrigne-aux-Bois

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Classics Radio (NL) dance, easy listening MP3 192 kbps
CK Bleu (BE) classic rock, pop rock MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Vrigne-aux-Bois

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ardois'alle
Aux Saveurs des Ardennes
Centre de la Chasse et de la Nature
L'Agri Musée
La Maison des Ailleurs
La maison espagnole
Maison de la derniere Cartouche
Musée Arthur Rimbaud
Musée de l'Ardenne
Musée de la Bataille de Mai-Juin 40
Musée de la forêt
Musée de la Lavandière
Musée de la Métallurgie
Musée des débuts de l'aviation
Musée des deux guerres mondiales de Chagny
Musée des mineraux et fossiles
Musée des outils d'autrefois
Musée du feutre
Musée du linge
Musée du vieux Nouzonville
Musée Ducal
Musée Marceau Gilles

Libraries in Vrigne-aux-Bois

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque Ronde Couture0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire0.0
Centre de Documentation de l'Institut International de la Marionnette0.0
Espace Culturel Gaston Robert0.0
Mediatheque Jean d'Ormesson0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Mendès-France0.0
Médiathèque Porte Neuve0.0
Médiathèque Voyelles0.0

Farmers Markets in Vrigne-aux-Bois

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert
Marché de l'Hôtel de ville
Marché de la Ronde Couture
Marché des producteurs de Pays
Marché des producteurs de Pays

Veterinaries in Vrigne-aux-Bois

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #94555538

Gas Stations in Vrigne-aux-Bois

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour

Breweries in Vrigne-aux-Bois

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie artisanale de Monthermé
Brasserie de Rochehaut
Brasserie Frédéric Gillet
Brasserie Invictus
La Petite Brasserie Ardennaise

Stadiums & Teams in Vrigne-aux-Bois

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vrigne-aux-Bois

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brussels South Charleroi AirportCRLLarge Airport
Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché AirfieldMedium Airport
Florennes Air BaseMedium Airport
Verdun-Le Rozelier AirfieldMedium Airport
Beauclair AirfieldSmall Airport
Cerfontaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Courtisols les Houches AirfieldSmall Airport
Jehonville Air BaseSmall Airport
La Croix du Garçon AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Potes Adon'fe 08 AirfieldSmall Airport
Longuyon Villette AirfieldSmall Airport
Maillen Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Marville Montmédy AirfieldSmall Airport
Matagne-la-Petite Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Reims-Prunay AirfieldSmall Airport
Rethel-Perthes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hubert Air BaseSmall Airport
Saint Hubert AirfieldSmall Airport
Sédan Douzy AirfieldSmall Airport
Servon-Melzicourt AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Vrigne-aux-Bois

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Vrigne Aux Bois

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vrigne-aux-Bois

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Charles Borromée
Église Saint-Pierre

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 Vrigne-aux-Bois

What is the population of Vrigne-aux-Bois?

Vrigne-aux-Bois has a population of 3,645 residents and is located in France. The population density is 774 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles.

Is Vrigne-aux-Bois expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,237, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Vrigne-aux-Bois?

Vrigne-aux-Bois has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vrigne-aux-Bois?

The job market in Vrigne-aux-Bois faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 219 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Vrigne-aux-Bois?

The median home value in Vrigne-aux-Bois is $113,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $568.

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