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Buren, The Netherlands

Friesland · The Netherlands

Buren is a small town in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 710. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
710 Population 83/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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People

Population710
Density83/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population710
Population Density83 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates53.4472°, 5.7991°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceFriesland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (817 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Buren

Buren is a small town in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 710. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.

The median household income in Buren is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Buren vs The Netherlands

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below The Netherlands avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Buren experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below The Netherlands avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates53.4472°N, 5.7991°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below The Netherlands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.78"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Sep 24, 2022.

Jul 28, 1995 23 km W of Petten, Netherlands M4.0 124 km
Sep 9, 2001 7 km W of Egmond aan Zee, Netherlands M3.8 126 km
Aug 8, 2006 1 km E of Baflo, Netherlands M3.8 50 km
Sep 12, 2001 54 km WNW of Petten, Netherlands M3.7 141 km
Sep 21, 1994 13 km NW of Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands M3.4 134 km
Sep 10, 2001 10 km W of Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands M3.4 141 km
Feb 7, 2013 1 km NE of Usquert, Netherlands M3.4 55 km
Aug 16, 2012 1 km NNE of Loppersum, Netherlands M3.4 64 km
Dec 4, 1998 68 km WNW of De Koog, Netherlands M3.2 135 km
May 22, 2019 1 km E of Warffum, Netherlands M3.2 53 km
Aug 6, 1994 1 km SSW of Langeheit, Netherlands M3.0 128 km
Jun 21, 2004 3 km NE of Dwingeloo, Netherlands M3.0 77 km
Feb 19, 1997 3 km SW of Gieten, Netherlands M3.0 81 km
Oct 24, 2003 2 km SE of Niekerk, Netherlands M2.9 46 km
Sep 24, 2022 3 km SSW of Spijk, Netherlands M2.7 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
February 36°F (2°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
August 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in

Buren has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 36°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Buren

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Tukker FM folk, oldies MP3 192 kbps
RADIONL 24/7, dutch music MP3 192 kbps
Joy Radio MP3 192 kbps
Zeilsteen radio MP3 128 kbps
RTV NOF radio local radio, music MP3 192 kbps
XerosRadio Top 40 top 40 AAC
Grunn FM pop, streektaal MP3 192 kbps
Radio Seagull album, alternative MP3 128 kbps
XerosRadio 60s, 70s AAC
Dedimusic MP3 320 kbps
4EverRadio MP3 192 kbps
Omroep Zilt MP3 320 kbps
Radio Seabreeze MP3 192 kbps
Radio n31 piraat, the best of 80's MP3 320 kbps
Lokale Omroep Ameland local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Buren

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
't Andere Museum
Aerden Plaats
Bunkermuseum Ameland
Cultuurhistorisch museum Sorgdrager
De Utrecht
Dekemastate
Fries Museum
Fries Verzetsmuseum
Historisch Centrum Leeuwarden
Huis Van Eysinga
Keramiekmuseum Princessehof
Kerkmuseum Jannum
Landbouw-Juttersmuseum 'Swartwoude'
Maritiem Centrum Abraham Fock
Meijer Motoren Museum
Museum de Grutterswinkel
Museum De Schierstins
Museum Dokkum
Museumhaven Leeuwarden
Natuurcentrum Ameland
Natuurmuseum Bruinenberg
Natuurmuseum Fryslân
Nobels Nostalgisch Museum
OBE
Observeum
Openluchtmuseum De Sûkerei
Pier Pander Museum
Pier Pandertempel
Poptaslot - Azingastate - Heringastate
Ruurd Wiersma Hûs
Scherjon's Klompenmuseum
Traditiekamer Vliegbasis Leeuwarden
Vuurtoren Ameland

Libraries in Buren

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotheek Ameland (Hollum)0.0
Bibliotheek Ameland (Nes)0.0
Bibliotheek De Westereen0.0
Bibliotheek Dokkum0.0
Bibliotheek Hallum0.0
Bibliotheek Sint-Annaparochie0.0
dbieb Gytsjerk0.0
dbieb Leeuwarden0.0
dbieb Stiens0.0

Farmers Markets in Buren

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dinsdagmarkt Stiens
Weekmarkt

Hotels in Buren

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amelander Paradijs Appartementen
De Klok
Strandhotel Buren aan Zee

Restaurants in Buren

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burgermeesters van Ameland
de Branding
De Klok
Restaurant 't Koaikershuus
Restaurant StrAnders

Cafes in Buren

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

't Strandhuys

Breweries in Buren

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Amelander Bierbrouwerij

Stadiums & Teams in Buren

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Buren

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leeuwarden Air BaseLWRMedium Airport
Ameland Airport BallumSmall Airport
Drachten AirfieldSmall Airport
Hoogeveen AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Amsterdam

🇳🇱 About The Netherlands

Capital Amsterdam
Population 17,231,017
Area 41,526 km²
GDP (USD) $1,135,475,867,551
GDP per capita $63,516
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 81.9 years
Internet users 97.0%
Urban population 95.3%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Dutch
Calling code +31
TLD .nl
Driving side right

Public Holidays in The Netherlands

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nieuwjaarsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Goede Vrijdag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Eerste Paasdag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Tweede Paasdag
Apr 27 King's Day Koningsdag
May 5 Liberation Day Bevrijdingsdag
May 14 Ascension Day Hemelvaartsdag
May 24 Pentecost Eerste Pinksterdag
May 25 Whit Monday Tweede Pinksterdag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Eerste Kerstdag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Tweede Kerstdag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buren

What is the population of Buren?

Buren has a population of 710 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles.

Is Buren 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 Buren?

Buren has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Buren?

There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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