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Benassal, Spain

Valencia · Spain

Benassal is a small town in Valencia, Spain with a population of 1,329. Elevation: 2,772 ft (845 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,329 Population 183/sq mi density
2,772 ft Elevation 845 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
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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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People

Population1,329
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density183/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,772 ft (845 m)
Population1,329
Population Density183 / sq mi
Elevation2,772 ft (845 m)
Coordinates40.3769°, -0.1397°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceValencia
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About Benassal

Benassal is a small town in Spain (Valencia) with a population of 1,329. The city sits at an elevation of 2,772 feet (845 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

Benassal has a population of 1,329 with a density of 183 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,329
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Benassal vs Spain Average

The median household income in Benassal is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 101 business establishments.

Income: Benassal vs Spain

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Benassal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,772 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below Spain avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,772 ft (845 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.8 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates40.3769°N, 0.1397°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below Spain avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jan 1, 2015.

Sep 16, 2003 28 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain M4.6 110 km
Sep 21, 2003 29 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain M4.6 110 km
Mar 10, 2006 1 km ESE of Casas Altas, Spain M4.4 102 km
Jul 25, 1998 3 km ESE of Orea, Spain M4.3 133 km
Oct 2, 2013 30 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain M4.3 79 km
Oct 1, 2013 30 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain M4.1 79 km
Sep 21, 2003 28 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain M4.1 108 km
Sep 16, 2003 28 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain M4.1 111 km
Oct 2, 2013 29 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain M4.0 78 km
Aug 3, 1996 3 km SSE of Monterde de Albarracín, Spain M4.0 114 km
Apr 8, 2011 3 km S of Herrera de los Navarros, Spain M3.8 119 km
Oct 4, 2013 28 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain M3.7 77 km
Aug 3, 1996 4 km NE of Albarracín, Spain M3.7 108 km
Jul 23, 2006 10 km SE of Teruel, Spain M3.6 75 km
Feb 4, 2004 0 km WNW of Villafranca del Campo, Spain M3.6 109 km
Jul 23, 2006 9 km SE of Teruel, Spain M3.6 75 km
Dec 8, 1992 2 km N of Carlet, Spain M3.6 130 km
Jul 25, 1998 7 km SSW of Orihuela del Tremedal, Spain M3.5 131 km
Aug 15, 1993 3 km NNE of Teruel, Spain M3.5 81 km
Dec 21, 1991 4 km E of Siete Aguas, Spain M3.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 1.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in

Benassal has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 39°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Benassal

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institut d'Educació Secundària Pere Enric Barreda i Edo
Col·legi d'Educació Infantil i Primària Alcalde Fabregat
Aulari de Vilar de Canes
Col·legi Rural Agrupat l'Aiguaneu
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Radio Stations near Benassal

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Vila-real MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Benassal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
442. Camp d'Aviació de Vilafamés
Aula Museu de Carles Salvador
Centre d'Interpretació del Carboneig
Centro de interpretación del aceite
Centro de Interpretación del Esparto
Col·lecció Museogràfica Bisbe Bertran
Convent de Sant Francesc
Museo de la Valltorta
Museu Arqueològic de l'Alt Maestrat
Museu de Castellfort
Museu de Dinosaures
Museu de Francisco Agut
Museu de l'Espardenya
Museu de la Cova
Museu de la Faixa
Museu de la Nevera de la Font dels Regatxols
Museu de la Pedra en Sec
Museu de Vilafranca
Museu Etnològic
Museu Etnològic de Llucena
Museu Temps de Dinosaures
Museu Teresita Pascual
Parc Miner del Maestrat

Libraries in Benassal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Joaquín Osset Merle0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Benlloc0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Culla0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0
Casa de la Cultura de Cabanes0.0
Centre Cultural Les Escoles0.0

Hotels in Benassal

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apartamentos Fuentes En Segures
Hotel de Montaña Novella
Hotel La Castellana + Apartaments
Hotel Los Pinos
Hotel Roig (+ Apartaments)
Meson la Piqueta. Restaurant i hotel.

Restaurants in Benassal

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant Novella

Gas Stations in Benassal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caceller Royo S.L.

Stadiums & Teams in Benassal

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Ski Resorts Near Benassal

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Estación de esquí de Valdelinares 0.0 $0

Airports Near Benassal

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Castellón-Costa Azahar AirportCDTMedium Airport
Aeroclub Alto PalanciaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CasinosSmall Airport
Aerodromo Vistabella del MaestratSmall Airport
Castellon de la Plana AerodromeSmall Airport
Club Fenix ULMSmall Airport
La Llosa AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Planes ULSmall Airport
Olocau AirfieldSmall Airport
Vicente Huerta AirfieldSmall Airport
Vinaròs AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Benassal

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficina de Correos

Churches & Religious Organizations in Benassal

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ermita de Sant Libori
Església Parroquial de la Mare de Déu de l'Assumpció
Església Parroquial de la Purificació de la Mare de Déu

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 Benassal

What is the population of Benassal?

Benassal has a population of 1,329 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 183 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Benassal 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 Benassal?

Benassal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches.

How is the job market in Benassal?

There are 101 business establishments in the area.

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