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Balboa, Spain

Castille and León · Spain

Balboa is a small town in Castille and León, Spain with a population of 395. Elevation: 2,274 ft (693 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
395 Population 6/sq mi density
2,274 ft Elevation 693 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,493 median income

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Full City Profile

People

Population395
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density6/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Population395
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Coordinates42.7061°, -6.9222°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceCastille and León
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,309 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About Balboa

Balboa is a small town in Spain (Castille and León) with a population of 395. The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet (693 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 51.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

Balboa has a population of 395 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

395
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
68.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Balboa vs Spain Average

The median household income in Balboa is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Balboa vs Spain

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below Spain avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Balboa

Balboa has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (22°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 640 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.4°C / 42°F 1.3° / 9.5° 74.5
Feb 7°C / 45°F 1.6° / 12.5° 51.5
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 4° / 16.4° 52.3
Apr 12.3°C / 54°F 6.1° / 18.5° 49.3
May 15.6°C / 60°F 9° / 22.3° 50.2
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 12.4° / 26.7° 32.6
Jul 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.7° 21.5
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 14° / 29.5° 21.4
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.5° 42.6
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 8.3° / 19.4° 77.7
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F 4.4° / 13° 82.2
Dec 5.6°C / 42°F 1.9° / 9.3° 83.8
Balboa 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 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below Spain avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Area68.5 sq mi (177.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates42.7061°N, 6.9222°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"
36% above Spain avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

502 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 30, 2023.

May 21, 1997 3 km NW of Becerreá, Spain M5.4 29 km
May 21, 1997 5 km NE of Becerreá, Spain M5.3 27 km
May 22, 1997 0 km E of Becerreá, Spain M5.1 26 km
Dec 24, 1995 5 km NE of Baralla, Spain M5.1 35 km
Nov 29, 1995 5 km NE of Baralla, Spain M5.0 34 km
Jun 10, 2006 12 km NNE of Castrillo de Cabrera, Spain M4.8 48 km
May 23, 1997 3 km NNW of San Román, Spain M4.7 25 km
Jan 23, 2003 4 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M4.5 150 km
May 22, 1997 10 km WNW of Navia de Suarna, Spain M4.5 37 km
Oct 29, 1996 6 km WNW of O Incio, Spain M4.4 42 km
Jul 17, 1998 7 km SSW of Santa Eulalia de Oscos, Spain M4.4 56 km
Feb 4, 1997 5 km NE of Baralla, Spain M4.2 34 km
May 22, 1997 4 km N of Becerreá, Spain M4.1 29 km
Feb 28, 2008 34 km N of El Franco, Spain M4.1 129 km
May 22, 1997 12 km ENE of O Páramo, Spain M4.1 37 km
May 23, 1997 4 km NE of Baralla, Spain M4.1 34 km
Feb 3, 1997 6 km NE of Baralla, Spain M4.1 33 km
May 28, 1998 8 km W of Bande, Spain M4.1 121 km
Oct 25, 1992 13 km S of Macedo de Cavaleiros, Portugal M4.1 144 km
Mar 31, 1998 6 km SE of Láncara, Spain M4.1 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 5.0 in
March 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
September 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.3 in
December 38°F (4°C) 6.6 in Wettest

Balboa has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 36°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Balboa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centro Público Integrado Uxío Novoneira
Centro de Educación Infantil e Primaria da Ponte de Doiras
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Radio Stations near Balboa

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Onda Bierzo MP3 120 kbps
Onda Cero Ourense AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Balboa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa-Museo de Uxío Novoneyra
Centro de Interpretación de la Vid y el Vino
Conxunto Etnográfico das Pallozas de San Román
Etnographic Complex of O Cebreiro
Jardín Romántico del Bierzo
La Casa de las Gentes
Museo Agrícola El Varal
Museo Arqueológico de Cacabelos
Museo de Ciencias Naturales y Etnográfico de los Padres Paúles
Museo MUNIC de Carracedelo
Palloza Museo Casa do Sesto
Palloza-museo Casa do Sesto

Libraries in Balboa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal das Nogais0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Becerreá0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Toural dos Vaos0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Villafranca del Bierzo0.0
Cacabelos Public Library0.0
Librería Nieto0.0

Farmers Markets in Balboa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado Gandeiro de Becerreá

Hotels in Balboa

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Antón O Cebreiro
Hospedería San Giraldo de Aurillac
Hotel Ancares
Hotel O Cebreiro

Restaurants in Balboa

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amalavida Casa Dario
Hospedería San Giraldo de Aurillac
La Palloza de Balboa
Mesón Antón
Mesón Casa Dositeo
Mesón Suso
O Subiao

Cafes in Balboa

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Ruta

Castles in Balboa

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castelo de Doiras
Castillo de Balboa

Clinics in Balboa

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saúde da Ponte de Doiras
Centro de Saúde e Punto de Atención Continuada de Pedrafita do Cebreiro

Gas Stations in Balboa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Repsol

Banks in Balboa

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abanca

Breweries in Balboa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cerveza Belecker
Cerveza Castreña
Cerveza Ribada

Ski Resorts Near Balboa

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Estación de Esquí de Manzaneda 0.0 $0
Estación de Esquí del Morredero 0.0 $0
Estación de esquí de Leitariegos 0.0 $0

Airports Near Balboa

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de la CuriscadaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de ReboiraSmall Airport
Aeródromo de SoberSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TrasmirásSmall Airport
Chaira AirfieldSmall Airport
Monforte AirfieldSmall Airport
Rosinos de la Requejada AirfieldSmall Airport
Rozas AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Balboa

25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela de Santa Catarina do Gumieiro
Capela de Santo Antonio de Vilanova do Pedregal
Capela do Cemiterio de Teixeira
Capela do Cumial
Ermida da Asunción de Castañoso
Ermida das Neves de Vilariños
Ermida de San Isidro de Valverde
Ermida de San Miguel de Quintela
Ermida de San Pedro de Vilanova
Ermida de Vilarmarín
Ermita de Fombasallá
Ermita del Ángel de la Guarda
Iglesia de Santa Marina de Balboa
Igrexa de San Bernardino de Porcarizas
Igrexa de San Lourenzo de Canteixeira
Igrexa de San Pedro de Noceda
Igrexa de San Xoán de Teixeira
Igrexa de Santa Cruz de Vilafeile
Igrexa de Santa Lucía de Vilar de Aceiro
Igrexa de Santa María de Ransinde
Igrexa de Santa María de Vilarello
Igrexa de Santa María do Castro
Igrexa de Santiago de Cereixedo
Igrexa de Santo Antón de Pedrafita do Cebreiro
Santuario de Santa María a Real do Cebreiro

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Madrid

🇪🇸 About Spain

Capital Madrid
Population 46,723,749
Area 504,782 km²
GDP (USD) $1,619,481,980,720
GDP per capita $33,493
HDI 0.911
Life expectancy 83.9 years
Internet users 95.5%
Urban population 80.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician
Calling code +34
TLD .es
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Spain

32 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 6 Epiphany Día de Reyes / Epifanía del Señor
Feb 28 Day of Andalucía Día de Andalucía
Mar 1 Day of the Balearic Islands Dia de les Illes Balears
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunes de Pascua
Apr 23 Castile and León Day Día de Castilla y León
Apr 23 Day of Aragón San Jorge (Día de Aragón)
May 1 Labour Day Fiesta del trabajo
May 2 Day of Madrid Fiesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
May 17 Galician Literature Day Día das Letras Galegas
May 30 Day of the Canary Islands Día de Canarias
May 31 Day of Castilla-La Mancha Día de la Región Castilla-La Mancha
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 9 Day of La Rioja Día de La Rioja
Jun 9 Day of Murcia Día de la Región de Murcia
Jun 24 St. John's Day Sant Joan
Jul 25 Santiago Apóstol Santiago Apóstol
Jul 28 Day of the Cantabrian Institutions Día de las Instituciones de Cantabria
Aug 15 Assumption Asunción
Sep 8 Day of Asturias Día de Asturias
Sep 8 Day of Extremadura Día de Extremadura
Sep 11 National Day of Catalonia Diada Nacional de Catalunya
Sep 15 Feast of Our Lady of Bien Aparecida Festividad de la Bien Aparecida
Oct 9 Day of the Valencian Community Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana
Oct 12 National Day of Spain Fiesta Nacional de España
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de todos los Santos
Dec 6 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Feast of Saint Stephen

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Frequently Asked Questions About Balboa

What is the population of Balboa?

Balboa has a population of 395 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Balboa 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 Balboa?

Balboa 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 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.

How is the job market in Balboa?

There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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