All Countries
Algarrobo, Spain
Andalusia · Spain
Algarrobo is a small city in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 5,073. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Discover Algarrobo, Spain
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Algarrobo
Algarrobo is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. The municipality is situated in the coastal area of La Axarquía, 32 kilometers from the city of Málaga. It is bordered on the north by the municipality of Arenas and Sayalonga, to the east and west by Vélez-Málaga and to the south by the Mediterranean Sea. It is situated at an altitude of 86 meters. The main center for the population is Algarrobo, a town of Arab architecture situated 3.5 kilometers from the coast. Other towns in the municipality are Algarrobo Costa, Mezquitilla and Trayamar.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 5,073 |
| Population Density | 1,314 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7739°, -4.0395° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (396 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.6 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Algarrobo
Algarrobo is a small city in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 5,073. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Algarrobo vs Spain Average
Income: Algarrobo vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 386 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,314/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7739°N, 4.0395°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 50 km |
| 2016 | MOROCCO | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 129 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 2 | 87 km |
| 1522 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 1,000 | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Algarrobo has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Algarrobo
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEIP José Gil López | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Infantil Arco Iris | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Enrique Ramos Ramos | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Algarrobo
34 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COPE Málaga | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Chocolate FM | chr, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Chocolate FM [calidad móvil-low bandwidth] | chr, dance | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| esRadio Granada | culture, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiebre Latina Radio 96.6 FM | bachata, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Granada | news, talk | UNKNOWN | |
| Onda Cero Malaga | local news, news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Canal Sur radio Granada | local news, news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Moscatel 107.1 FM Axarquía - España | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gozadera Fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cope Granada | entretenimiento, local news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Almaina | community radio, free radio | OGG 128 kbps | |
| RNE Radio 5 Granada | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sonaos fm | 1980s, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| COPE Granada-Sta.Fe | actualidad, cope | MP3 56 kbps | |
| Canal Axarquía 89.6 FM | entretenimiento, hits | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Jose Antonio Ruiz Garcíaº | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Only Romantic Radio | easy listening, lovesongs | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cadena SER Málaga | cultural news, live | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Albolote | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mega Radio | 90s, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ilíberis | music, news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| radio sonaos stereo | 80s, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chanquete FM 99.5 | entretenimiento, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Costa Del Mar Dance | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Chanquete Costa del Sol 105.2 FM | entretenimiento, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Cadena SER Granada | culture, news | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Planeta | classic hits, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ondacero Granada | culture, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Almaina 64kbps | community radio, freedom | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Radio Cehel Albuñol | flamenco, noticias | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alhendín FM | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Feel Good Radio Costa del Sol | 00s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Algarrobo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Fábrica de Azúcar/Museo del Azúcar | ||||
| Casa Cervantes | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Casa del Apero | ||||
| Museo de Artes y Costumbres | ||||
| Museo de los Verdiales | ||||
| Museo de Nerja | ||||
| Museo de Vélez-Málaga | ||||
| Museo Micológico | ||||
| Museo Molino de Hadriano | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Semana Santa | ||||
| Nave Museo de la Agrupación Cofrade de Vélez Málaga |
Libraries in Algarrobo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aioreta | 0.0 | |||||
| biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Manuel Alcántara | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Federico Vahey | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Cómpeta Juan Moreau Tamayo | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Pública Miguel Hernández | 0.0 | |||||
| Salvador Rueda | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Algarrobo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barato de Vélez-Málaga | |||||
| Country Farmers Market | |||||
| Flea Market - Domingo Sunday | |||||
| Mercadillo (sólo los Viernes, only Fridays) | |||||
| Mercadillo de los miércoles Rincón de la Victoria | |||||
| Mercadillo Municipal | |||||
| Mercadillo, Miércoles Wednesday, Camino Viejo de Vélez | |||||
| Mercadillos | |||||
| Mercadillos | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercadillos Martes Tuesday C Guilermo Perez | |||||
| Mercadillos Martes Tuesday Calle La Pava | |||||
| Mercadillos, | |||||
| Mercadillos, Miércoles Wednesday | |||||
| Mercadillos, Miércoles Wednesday, Av de la Constitucion | |||||
| Mercadillos, Miercoles Wednesday, Camping | |||||
| Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday | |||||
| Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday | |||||
| Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday | |||||
| Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday | |||||
| Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday | |||||
| Mercado Calle Conjunto Colonia del Puerto 1 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Nerja Market | |||||
| Otawa Flea market | |||||
| Torre del Mar Market |
Hotels in Algarrobo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Algarrobo
23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Algarrobo
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Algarrobo
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Algarrobo
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Algarrobo
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Algarrobo
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Algarrobo
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Algarrobo
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Algarrobo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craft Beer Garage |
Stadiums & Teams in Algarrobo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Algarrobo
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí y Montaña de Sierra Nevada | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Algarrobo
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport | AGP | Large Airport |
| Armilla Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport | GRX | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Antequera | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Loja | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Juan Espadafor | — | Small Airport |
| AeroVeleta ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Alhama de Granada Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Base BRICA de Cártama | — | Small Airport |
| Campo de vuelo de Villanueva del Trabuco | — | Small Airport |
| Jayena Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La Axarquía-Leoni Benabu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Algarrobo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina Rural |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Algarrobo
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de san Sebastian | |
| Ermita virgen de las Angustias | |
| Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Fátima | |
| Iglesia de Santa Ana |
Quick Facts
🇪🇸 About Spain
Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Algarrobo.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Algarrobo
What is the population of Algarrobo?
Algarrobo has a population of 5,073 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 1,314 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Algarrobo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Algarrobo?
Algarrobo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Algarrobo?
There are 386 business establishments in the area.