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Cartes is a small town in Cantabria, Spain with a population of 3,780. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cartes
Cartes is a municipality located in the autonomous community of Cantabria, Spain. According to the 2009 census, the city has a population of 5.118 inhabitants.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,780 |
| Population Density | 291 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.3260°, -4.0689° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Cantabria |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (946 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Cartes
Cartes is a small town in Spain (Cantabria) with a population of 3,780. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Cartes vs Spain Average
Income: Cartes vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 287 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cartes
Cartes has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.8°C), the coldest is Feb (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1156 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3260°N, 4.0689°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in |
Cartes has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 45°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (2.0").
Schools in Cartes
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Profesorado Torrelavega | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación Infantil Santiago La Robleda | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Manuel Gutiérrez Aragón | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación Ambiental de Viérnoles | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación Infantil y Primaria Los Torreones | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación Infantil y Primaria Dobra | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Rural de Innovación Educativa Cantabria | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cartes
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadena Mix FM | talk & speech | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pakito FM | blues, blues rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Argayo | music, spoken word | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Flow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA KALLE 88.8 FM | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Cartes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Los Indianos | ||||
| Centro de Arte Rupestre de Cantabria | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Industria de Cantabria José María Quijano | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de las Cuevas del Monte del Castillo | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Litoral «Vital Alsar» | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Parque Natural Saja Besaya | ||||
| Centro de interpretación del románico | ||||
| Centro de Recursos, Interpretación y Estudios de la Escuela | ||||
| Centro de visitantes Caminos de la Harina | ||||
| El Capricho de Gaudí | ||||
| MitoCasuca de Anievas | ||||
| Museo Altamira Mitológica | ||||
| Museo de la Molienda | ||||
| Museo de la Naturaleza | ||||
| Museo de la tortura | ||||
| Museo de La Vijanera | ||||
| Museo del Agua | ||||
| Museo del Barquillero | ||||
| Museo del Traje Regional | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico de Cantabria | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico de Cantabria | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico Jose María de Cos | ||||
| Museo Jesús Otero | ||||
| Museo Nacional y Centro de Investigación de Altamira | ||||
| Museo Regina Coeli y convento de las Clarisas | ||||
| Museo Taurino | ||||
| Parque Digital de Cantabria | ||||
| Poblado Cantabro | ||||
| Sala de Exposiciones |
Libraries in Cartes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Alcalde del Rio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunitaria "El Toju" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de la Casa de Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Penagos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Francisco Llata | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal "Conde de San Diego" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Camargo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Mortera | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Polanco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Gabino Teira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Paloma Sainz de la Maza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Peñas Arriba | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal (Valdáliga) | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Guillermo Arce | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Pública Sainz Viadero | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de Cultura de Puente San Miguel | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de Cultura y Biblioteca de Puente San Miguel | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Cultural "El Espolón" | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Cultural y de Comunicaciones | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cartes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lonja de pescado de Santander | |||||
| Mercadillo de Torrelavega | |||||
| Mercado de Cazoña | |||||
| Mercado de México | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Torrelavega | |||||
| Mercado Nacional de Ganados Jesús Collado Soto | |||||
| Mercado Semanal de Los Corrales de Buelna |
Hotels in Cartes
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cartes
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cartes
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Cartes
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cartes
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cartes
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cartes
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cartes
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cartes
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cartes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveza Smach | ||||
| Redneck Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Cartes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Cartes
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí y Montaña Alto Campoo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cartes
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport | SDR | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Cillamayor | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Herrera de Pisuerga | - | Small Airport |
| Base Aérea Las Navas | - | Small Airport |
| Camaleño-Artañin ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Cóbreces Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Prádanos de Ojeda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cartes
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica Giraldo | ||
| Mutualidad de Futbolistas |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cartes
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita | |
| Ermita de San Roque | |
| Ermita de Santa Águeda | |
| Iglesia de la Divina Pastora | |
| Iglesia de la Purísima Concepción | |
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia de San Martín | |
| Iglesia de San Román | |
| Iglesia de Santa María | |
| Iglesia de Santiago | |
| Iglesia del Santísimo Cristo | |
| Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Las Caldas |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cartes
What is the population of Cartes?
Cartes has a population of 3,780 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 291 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Cartes 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 Cartes?
Cartes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.
How is the job market in Cartes?
There are 287 business establishments in the area.