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Borken, Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia · Germany
Borken is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 40,876. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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People
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| Population | 40,876 |
| Population Density | 699 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.8438°, 6.8577° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.8 inches (808 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,636 |
About Borken
Borken is a mid-size city in Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia) with a population of 40,876. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Borken vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,636 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,594 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,600 |
| 66% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $473 |
| 59% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.1% |
| Housing Units | 16,350 |
Property Tax
Climate in Borken
Borken has an average annual temperature of 10.6°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3°C). Average annual precipitation is 775 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 58.5 sq mi (151.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 699/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.8438°N, 6.8577°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (186 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
Borken has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 36°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Borken
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duesbergschule | — | — | — | — |
| Cordula-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| VHS-Forum | — | — | — | — |
| Erich-Kästner-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Johann-Walling-Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| Julia-Koppers-Gesamtschule | — | — | — | — |
| Montessori-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Schönstätter Marienschule | — | — | — | — |
| Gymnasium Remigianum | — | — | — | — |
| Montessori-Gesamtschule Borken | — | — | — | — |
| Cordula-Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| Julia-Koppers-Gesamtschule | — | — | — | — |
| Montessori Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| Johann-Walling | — | — | — | — |
| Schulgelände | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Borken
68 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TranceBase.FM - AAC HD 256k | electronic, techno | AAC 256 kbps | |
| Punkrockers Radio | post-hardcore, punk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Essen | — | AAC | |
| Radio WMW | adult contemporary, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deep Radio (NL) | ambient, dance | MP3 320 kbps | |
| TranceBase.FM - AAC+ 40k | electronic, progressive trance | AAC 48 kbps | |
| TranceBase.FM - AAC 96k | electronic, progressive trance | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Schwarze Welle | electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WDR 2 Rhein und Ruhr -- (https) | ard, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bochum | charts, local | AAC | |
| Welle Niederrhein | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Modul303 [MP3 320k] | ambient, berlin school | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Duisburg | lokalradio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kiepenkerl Songwriter | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 1Achterhoek (NL) | — | MP3 | |
| Leuk FM (NL) | local news, local radio | MP3 | |
| TranceBase.FM | tb, trancebase | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Acacia (NL) | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio K.W. | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| De Hollandse Piraten Gigant (NL) | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hotradiohits Dab (NL) | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Oberhausen | local | AAC | |
| 12XU | garage punk, indie rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bochum - Oldies | oldies, regional radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mülheim | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mixtape - 90er | 1990s, 1990s hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 102.2 Radio Essen | mix | AAC | |
| Laut FM - Gothistas | pop, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CT das radio Campus Radio Bochum | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bochum - Lounge | lounge, regional radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bochum - Rock | regional radio, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NOXX | alternative, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio vest | ostvest, re | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Aladna FM (NL) | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio FLR1 | charts, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RTV Slingeland (NL) | local radio | UNKNOWN 131 kbps | |
| Laut.FM Chart-Tipps | dance, party | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rondiamusic (NL) | country music, duits | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Optimaal fm (NL) | pop music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| A-Z 70s | 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radioparty | 100%! /128/s und/320bit/s mp3 44100hz. auto radio und car play | MP3 128 kbps | |
| A-Z 60s | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Twentestad (NL) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laut.fm/funksoulbrother | funk, soul | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Modul303 [MP3 160k] | ambient, berlin school | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio de Twentseboys (NL) | nederlands, nederlandstalig | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio074 (NL) | local music, music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Schlager Radio | schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 98.5 Radio Bochum | mix | AAC | |
| Radio Mixtape - 80er | 1980s, 1980s hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bochum - Top 40 | charts, regional radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mixtape - Rock Classics | classic rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ct das radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Mixtape | pop, rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Mixtape - Oldies | oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Rock Radio | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Urban Radio | urban | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Top40 Radio | charts, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mixtape - Schlager | schlager | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Love Radio | ballads, love songs | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Deutschpop Radio | german pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein 90er Radio | 90s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein Lounge Radio | lounge | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emscher Lippe - Dein 80er Radio | 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Herne | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO HAFENSTRASSE | football, immerweiter | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Narrenwut | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mixtape - Live | pop, pop music | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Borken
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (D)Torfmuseum | ||||
| 1623 - 400 Jahre Schlacht im Lohner Bruch | ||||
| AVOG's Crash Museum | ||||
| Bauernhausmuseum | ||||
| Bergbaumuseum Mühlpforte | ||||
| Biologische Station Kreis Recklinghausen | ||||
| Biologische Station Zwillbrock mit Besucherzentrum | ||||
| Bocholter Handwerksmuseum | ||||
| Bolkenhain Stuben | ||||
| De MuseumFabriek | ||||
| Eisenbahnmusem | ||||
| Heimathaus Dingden | ||||
| Heimathaus Gemen | ||||
| Heimathaus Kirchhellen | ||||
| Heimathaus Marbeck | ||||
| Heimathaus Noldes | ||||
| Heimathaus Weseke | ||||
| Heimatkabinett im Café Oelmann | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Hünxe | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Marl | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Schermbeck | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Windmühle | ||||
| Humberghaus | ||||
| Industriemuseum | ||||
| Jüdisches Museum Westfalen | ||||
| kult Westmünsterland | ||||
| Lebendiges Museum :Hof Picker/Warnsing | ||||
| Lebendiges Museum: Dorfgemeinschaftshaus | ||||
| LVR-Niederrheinmuseum Wesel | ||||
| LWL-Industriemuseum TextilWerk Bocholt - Spinnerei | ||||
| LWL-Industriemuseum TextilWerk Bocholt - Weberei | ||||
| Medizin- und Apothekenmuseum Rhede | ||||
| Miniaturschuhmuseum | ||||
| Museum am Schloss | ||||
| Museum Burg Ramsdorf | ||||
| Museum Koppelkerk | ||||
| Nationaal Museum Tachtigjarige Oorlog | ||||
| Otto-Pankok-Museum | ||||
| Sägemühle Gut Roß | ||||
| Scherenschnitt Museum | ||||
| Schlossmuseum | ||||
| Schulmuseum | ||||
| Siku-, Audi- und Oldtimermuseum | ||||
| Skulpturenmuseum Glaskasten | ||||
| Stadsmuseum Groenlo | ||||
| Städtisches Museum - Galerie im Centrum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Bocholt | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Borken | ||||
| Strommuseum Damm | ||||
| Synagoge Winterswijk | ||||
| Theater Astoria | ||||
| Torhausmuseum | ||||
| Transit Oost | ||||
| Villa Mondriaan | ||||
| Westfälisch-Niederländisches Imkereimuseum | ||||
| Westfälisches Glockenmuseum |
Libraries in Borken
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andreas-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibi am See: Bürger- und Schulmediothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Groenlo | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Winterswijk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Spellen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Ss. Ewaldi | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Elisabeth | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Marien | 0.0 | |||||
| Familienbibliothek Türmchen | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. Öffentliche Bücherei Ottenstein | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Heinrich Groß Reken | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Josef | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Walburga | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei St. Otger | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei Vreden | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrbücherei St. Ludgerus | 0.0 | |||||
| Remigius-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Ahaus | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Voerde | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei St. Pankratius | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Wesel | 0.0 | |||||
| Zentralbibliothek Marl | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Borken
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brassert Markt | |||||
| Großer Markt | |||||
| Kornmarkt | |||||
| Kornmarkt | |||||
| Markt | |||||
| Markt | |||||
| Marktplatz Alt-Marl | |||||
| Marktplatz Berliner Platz | |||||
| Marktplatz Feldmark | |||||
| Marktplatz Obrighoven | |||||
| Marktplatz Zweckel | |||||
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Ahaus |
Hotels in Borken
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Borken
29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Borken
12 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Borken
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Borken
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Borken
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Borken
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Borken
16 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Borken
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Borken
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Borken
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Borken
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Borken
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Borken
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Borken
6 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Borken
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Kirchhellener Waldbräu | ||||
| Brauprojekt 777 | ||||
| Brouwerij Wentersch | ||||
| Brouwersnös | ||||
| De Borghman |
Stadiums & Teams in Borken
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Borken
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Düsseldorf Airport | DUS | Large Airport |
| Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport | NRN | Large Airport |
| Mönchengladbach Airport | MGL | Medium Airport |
| Twente Airport | ENS | Medium Airport |
| Borghorst Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Borken-Hoxfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Borkenberge Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dinslaken-Schwarze Heide Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dorsten-Am Kanal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Düsseldorf-Wolfsaap Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Emmerich Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Essen-Mülheim Airport | ESS | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Nordhorn-Lingen | — | Small Airport |
| Gemen-Kirchspiel Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grefrath-Niershorst Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hagen-Hof-Wahl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kamp-Lintfort Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kerken Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Krefeld-Egelsberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Langenfeld-Wiescheid Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lünen-Lippeweiden Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Marl-Loemühle Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Meiersberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Meinerzhagen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Metelen Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ottmarsbocholt Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Radevormwald-Leye Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Bentlage Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Eschendorf Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salland Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Stadtlohn-Vreden Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Venlo Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Waltrop Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wanlo Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Wesel-Römerwardt Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wipperfürth-Neye Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Borken
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| GLS PaketShop |
Treatment Centers in Borken
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Gesundheitszenrtum Westmünsterland | ||
| Reha-Zentrum Niederrhein |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Borken
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christus-König-Kirche | |
| Christuskirche | |
| Friedhofskapelle | |
| Gnadenkapelle | |
| Heilig-Kreuz-Kirche | |
| Johanneskirche | |
| Königreichssaal | |
| Ludgerus-Kapelle | |
| Marienkirche | |
| Martin-Luther-Kirche | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche | |
| St. Johannes Kirche | |
| St. Remigius Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Borken
What is the population of Borken?
Borken has a population of 40,876 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 699 people per square mile, spread across 58.5 square miles.
Is Borken expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,636, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,600 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $473 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Borken?
Borken has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches.
How is the job market in Borken?
There are 1,594 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Borken?
The median home value in Borken is $94,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $473. The homeownership rate is 54.9%.