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Balk, The Netherlands
Friesland · The Netherlands
Balk is a small town in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 3,915. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balk
Balk is a town in the northern Netherlands. It is a village of the municipality De Fryske Marren, province Friesland, and is located about 17 km southwest of Sneek.
People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 3,915 |
| Population Density | 82 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.8976°, 5.5796° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Friesland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.4 inches (1,280 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Balk
Balk is a small town in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 3,915. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Balk vs The Netherlands
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 313 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 48.0 sq mi (124.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8976°N, 5.5796°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in |
Balk has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Balk
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School De Bolster | - | - | - | - |
| CSG Bogerman – Locatie Balk | - | - | - | - |
| Sterrenschool Ludgerus | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balk
28 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tukker FM | folk, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Joy Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIONL | 24/7, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Zeilsteen radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTV NOF radio | local radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hot radio Classics | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| XerosRadio Top 40 | top 40 | AAC | |
| Radio Seagull | album, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Grunn FM | pop, streektaal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM | christian, preaching | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TraxxRadio | 24/7, 60's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ideaal FM | hits, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio n31 | piraat, the best of 80's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Seabreeze | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Lelystad | local news, local radio | MP3 | |
| Food and Lounge | bossanova, chillout | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Omroep Zilt | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 4EverRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Dedimusic | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Dronten (107.4 FM) | 24/7, local news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Station amg | classic hits, classic rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Emmeloord | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM geestelijk | misc | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XerosRadio | 60s, 70s | AAC | |
| Loeradio | local radio | OGG 128 kbps | |
| onverantwoord.com | 24/7, various music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Spannenburg | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HoornRadio | community radio, local news | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Balk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afsluitdijk Wadden Center | ||||
| Bierbrouwerij Us Heit | ||||
| Commandopost Grou | ||||
| De mummies van Wiuwert | ||||
| Duikmuseum Lemmer | ||||
| Epemastate | ||||
| Fietselfstedentocht | ||||
| First Frisian Skating Museum | ||||
| Fries Scheepvaart Museum | ||||
| Ir. D.F. Wouda-gemaal | ||||
| It Tsiispakhús | ||||
| Jopie Huisman Museum | ||||
| Kazemattenmuseum Kornwerderzand | ||||
| Kunst-van-Petra | ||||
| Modelspoor Museum | ||||
| Molenhuis De Jager | ||||
| Motormuseum Friesland | ||||
| Museum 't Oude Raadhuis | ||||
| Museum De Tiid | ||||
| Museum en Werkplaats Houtstad IJlst | ||||
| Museum Hindeloopen | ||||
| Museum Joure | ||||
| Museum Warkums Erfskip | ||||
| Nationaal Openbaar Vervoermuseum | ||||
| Oudheidskamer Lemster Fiifgea | ||||
| Ponthús | ||||
| Skerven fan 'e Skar | ||||
| Stadhuis Sloten Museum Stedhûs Sleat | ||||
| Tony Leenes's Indian Motorcycle Museum |
Libraries in Balk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Balk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Bolsward | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Joure | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Koudum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Lemmer | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Makkum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Noordoostpolder | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sneek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Urk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Wommels | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Workum | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Grou | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorpsbibliotheek De Wachtkamer | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versmarkt De 3 Ambachten |
Restaurants in Balk
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balk
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Balk
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Balk
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balk
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balk
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Balk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Friese Bierbrouwerij BV |
Ski Resorts Near Balk
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolfskamer Wintersport | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Balk
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Lelystad Airport | LEY | Medium Airport |
| Ameland Airport Ballum | - | Small Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hilversum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Middenmeer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Noordkop Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | - | Small Airport |
| Slootdorp Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Teuge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Texel International Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Balk
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Recoverix Gym |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balk
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| De Paadwizer | |
| Hervormde Kerk | |
| Johannes de Doper | |
| protestantse kerk | |
| Sint-Ludgeruskerk |
Quick Facts
🇳🇱 About The Netherlands
Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balk
What is the population of Balk?
Balk has a population of 3,915 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 48.0 square miles.
Is Balk expensive to live in?
The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Balk?
Balk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Balk?
There are 313 business establishments in the area.