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Burum, The Netherlands
Friesland · The Netherlands
Burum is a small town in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 525. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 525 |
| Population Density | 73 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2734°, 6.2294° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Friesland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.6 inches (827 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Burum
Burum is a small town in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 525. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 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 32.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Burum vs The Netherlands
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Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Burum
Burum has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 814 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2734°N, 6.2294°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in |
Burum has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 36°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.9").
Schools in Burum
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basisschool Op de Hoogte | — | — | — | — |
| Kinderopvang De Petteflet | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Burum
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grolloo Radio | americana, blues | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Noord | nieuws, regio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| zendpiraat | folk music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RTV NOF radio | local radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Baars classic Rock | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RTV Drenthe | adult contemporary, regional | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RSO radio | community radio - seniors, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| OOG Radio | local radio | MP3 | |
| Radio n31 | piraat, the best of 80's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Ameland | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Omroep Assen | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Regio FM | local news, local radio | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Calypso 64 kbps AAC Plus Stream | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| De Vrolijke Snuiters | 24/7, various music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Esperando | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Golfbreker | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Planet 90 | 90's, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Music from earth | dutch music, various music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Tirolia-Express | internet radio, schlager | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Weststellingwerf Centraal | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Burum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 't Fiskershúske | ||||
| 1e Nederlands Opel Automuseum | ||||
| Blik Trommel en Oudheden Museum | ||||
| Borg & Nationaal Rijtuigmuseum Nienoord | ||||
| Botanische Tuin De Kruidhof | ||||
| Bunkermuseum Schlei | ||||
| Coendersborch | ||||
| De Rode Pannen | ||||
| Domies Toen | ||||
| Fogelsanghstate | ||||
| Gevangenismuseum | ||||
| IJstijdenmuseum | ||||
| Iwema Steenhuis | ||||
| Kloostermuseum | ||||
| Kollumer Museum Mr. Andreae | ||||
| Kostuummuseum De Gouden Leeuw | ||||
| Kunstcentrum De Ploeg | ||||
| Landbouw- en streekmuseum 't Rieuw | ||||
| Landbouwmuseum 'de Brink' | ||||
| LEGiO Museum | ||||
| Mensinge | ||||
| Molenmuseum De Eendracht | ||||
| museum 'Het Joodse Schooltje' | ||||
| Museum De Schierstins | ||||
| Museum Dokkum | ||||
| Museum Drachten | ||||
| Museum Farm | ||||
| Museum Havezate Mensinge | ||||
| Museum Kinderwereld | ||||
| Museum Wierdenland | ||||
| Museumboerderij Ot en Sien | ||||
| Museumdrukkerij IJzer & Lood | ||||
| Natuurmuseum Bruinenberg | ||||
| Observeum | ||||
| Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet | ||||
| Openluchtmuseum De Sûkerei | ||||
| Openluchtmuseum It Damshûs | ||||
| RariteitenKabinet Gribus | ||||
| Schatkoamer Ollerom | ||||
| Schelpenmuseum Paal 14 | ||||
| Scherjon's Klompenmuseum | ||||
| Verhildersum Estate | ||||
| Victory Museum | ||||
| Visserijmuseum Zoutkamp | ||||
| Vlasmuseum | ||||
| Werelderfgoedcentrum (WEC) Waddenzee |
Libraries in Burum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Aduard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Aduard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Beetsterzwaag | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Buitenpost | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek De Westereen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Dokkum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Drachten | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Grijpskerk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Grootegast | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Haulerwijk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Kollum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Leek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Marum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Norg | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Norg | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Oldehove | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Roden | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Schiermonnikoog | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Surhuisterveen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Ureterp | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Zuidhorn | 0.0 | |||||
| Bosbieb | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Burgum | 0.0 | |||||
| Kunst & Vrijheid | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Burum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorpsplein | |||||
| Markt Raadhuisplein | |||||
| Streekproductenmarkt Nienoord | |||||
| Waddenmarkt |
Hotels in Burum
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Burum
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Burum
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Burum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bierbrouwerij Maallust |
Airports Near Burum
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen Airport Eelde | GRQ | Large Airport |
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Ameland Airport Ballum | — | Small Airport |
| Borkum Airport | BMK | Small Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hoogeveen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | — | Small Airport |
| Veendam Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Burum
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dagbesteding - Praktijk/Atelier Ilona Molenaar |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Burum
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereformeerde Kerk | |
| Hervormde Kerk | |
| Open Hofkerk | |
| Terpkerk |
Quick Facts
🇳🇱 About The Netherlands
Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Burum
What is the population of Burum?
Burum has a population of 525 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles.
Is Burum 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 Burum?
Burum 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 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches.
How is the job market in Burum?
There are 42 business establishments in the area.