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Dersum, Germany
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Dersum is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,490. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dersum
Dersum is a municipality in the Emsland district, in Lower Saxony, Germany. It lies between the River Ems in the east and the border with the Netherlands in the west. Haren is about 24 kilometers to the south and Papenburg about 17 kilometres to the north east.
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| Population | 1,490 |
| Population Density | 127 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.9611°, 7.2739° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,521 |
About Dersum
Dersum is a small town in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 1,490. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Dersum vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,521 |
| 59% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 58 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $69,600 |
| 75% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $348 |
| 70% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 81.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.1% |
| Housing Units | 596 |
Property Tax
Climate in Dersum
Dersum has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 782 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 11.7 sq mi (30.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.9611°N, 7.2739°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Dersum has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Dersum
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dersum
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Continu (NL) | classics, dutch | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HITZZZ!! (NL) | deutsch, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Piratenpower (NL) | country music, duits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Gigant FM (NL) | dutch music, nederlandstalig | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hete Hits (NL) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Schützenfest im Radio | aktuell, ballermann | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team FM Twente (NL) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hitgolfradio.nl (NL) | piraten, piratenhits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| firma lomp en onbenullig (NL) | echtepiraten, etherpiraten | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Omroep Eemsdelta (NL) | contemporary | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Calypso (NL) | oldies, piratenhits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ostfriesland Bürgerradio | alternative, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| New Wave (RU) | поп-музыка | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Dersum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amisia Anleger | ||||
| EnergieRijk | ||||
| Friederike von Papenburg | ||||
| Gut Altenkamp | ||||
| Gut Altenkamp | ||||
| Heimathaus | ||||
| Heimathaus Aschendorf | ||||
| Heimathaus Rütenbrock | ||||
| Heimathof Altenberge | ||||
| Historische werkplaats | ||||
| Imkermuseum | ||||
| Inselmühle | ||||
| Kaarsenmakerij | ||||
| Kapiteinswoning | ||||
| Miniwelten Lathen | ||||
| Mühlenmuseum Haren | ||||
| Museum Archeologische Vondsten | ||||
| Museum de Oude Wolden | ||||
| Museum Klooster Ter Apel | ||||
| Museum Slaait'nhoes | ||||
| Museum Stoomgemaal Winschoten | ||||
| Museumsbauernhaus Neemann | ||||
| Oll Sprützenhuus | ||||
| Papiermuseum | ||||
| Poppentheater & Museum | ||||
| Restaurant Slaait'nhoes | ||||
| Schifffahrtmuseum | ||||
| Schulmuseum Folmhusen | ||||
| Schulmuseum Folmhusen | ||||
| Speelgoedmuseum | ||||
| Synagogaal Museum | ||||
| Terra Mora | ||||
| Transrapid 07 | ||||
| Vestingmuseum | ||||
| Vestingmuseum Bad Nieuweschans | ||||
| Vom Korn zum Brot | ||||
| von-Velen-Anlage | ||||
| Zeitspeicher |
Libraries in Dersum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afhaalpunt Bad Nieuweschans | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Bellingwolde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Blijham | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Finsterwolde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Midwolda | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Onstwedde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Ter Apel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Vlagtwedde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Winschoten | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonifatiushaus | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonifatiushaus | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholisch öffentliche Bücherei - St. Michael | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| KÖB Herz-Jesu Altharen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek KÖB Papenburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Weener | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dersum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirchenvorplatz | |||||
| Weekmarkt Ter Apel | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Bunde |
Hotels in Dersum
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dersum
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dersum
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dersum
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dersum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dersum
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen Airport Eelde | GRQ | Large Airport |
| Twente Airport | ENS | Medium Airport |
| Wittmundhafen Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Alte Ems Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Atterheide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Zwischenahn-Rostrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barßel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bohlenbergerfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkum Airport | BMK | Small Airport |
| Brockzetel Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dankern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emden Airport | EME | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Achmer | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Leer-Papenburg | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Nordhorn-Lingen | - | Small Airport |
| Harlesiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Juist Airport | JUI | Small Airport |
| Meppen Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Norden-Norddeich Airport | NOD | Small Airport |
| Norderney Airport | NRD | Small Airport |
| Oostwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Quakenbrück Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Bentlage Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Eschendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stadskanaal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinberg in Surwold Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veendam Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Westerstede-Felde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dersum
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Antonius | |
| St. Michael |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dersum
What is the population of Dersum?
Dersum has a population of 1,490 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles.
Is Dersum expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,521, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $69,600 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $348 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Dersum?
Dersum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Dersum?
There are 58 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Dersum?
The median home value in Dersum is $69,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $348. The homeownership rate is 81.9%.