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El Barco de Ávila, Spain

Castille and León · Spain

El Barco de Ávila is a small town in Castille and León, Spain with a population of 2,368. Elevation: 3,343 ft (1,019 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,368 Population 557/sq mi density
3,343 ft Elevation 1,019 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,493 median income

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About El Barco de Ávila

El Barco de Ávila

El Barco de Ávila is a municipality located in the province of Ávila, Castile and León, Spain. It forms part of the region of El Barco de Ávila - Piedrahíta, and is located in the valley of Tormes River, and is the headboard of the natural region of Alto Tormes.

People

Population2,368
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density557/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation3,343 ft (1,019 m)
Population2,368
Population Density557 / sq mi
Elevation3,343 ft (1,019 m)
Coordinates40.3571°, -5.5237°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceCastille and León
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (617 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About El Barco de Ávila

El Barco de Ávila is a small town in Spain (Castille and León) with a population of 2,368. The city sits at an elevation of 3,343 feet (1,019 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

El Barco de Ávila has a population of 2,368 with a density of 557 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,368
Total Population
557
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

El Barco de Ávila vs Spain Average

The median household income in El Barco de Ávila is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 180 business establishments.

Income: El Barco de Ávila vs Spain

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Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below Spain avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)180

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Barco de Ávila experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 317 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,343 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above Spain avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,343 ft (1,019 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density557/sq mi
Coordinates40.3571°N, 5.5237°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Spain avg
Snowfall 6.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.86"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Nov 5, 2013.

Jan 23, 2003 4 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M4.5 138 km
Jan 12, 2003 4 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M4.3 137 km
Jul 27, 2003 4 km NE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.7 138 km
Jan 12, 2003 4 km E of Villalcampo, Spain M3.7 136 km
Jun 14, 2004 2 km ESE of Villaseco de los Reyes, Spain M3.5 104 km
May 21, 2001 6 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.4 136 km
Jan 30, 2004 5 km NE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.4 139 km
Nov 5, 2013 2 km SSE of Alcorcón, Spain M3.4 145 km
Nov 17, 1995 3 km ESE of Colmenarejo, Spain M3.3 133 km
Jul 27, 2003 3 km NE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.2 139 km
Feb 7, 1992 4 km ESE of Palacios del Pan, Spain M3.1 139 km
Sep 21, 2003 2 km E of Villalcampo, Spain M3.1 136 km
Aug 20, 1998 15 km SSE of Mêda, Portugal M3.1 150 km
Jan 22, 2003 2 km SW of Villalcampo, Spain M3.1 136 km
Nov 15, 1991 2 km WSW of Pereruela, Spain M3.1 121 km
Oct 30, 1995 5 km NE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.0 139 km
Dec 9, 2001 4 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.0 137 km
Jan 17, 2003 6 km NE of Villalcampo, Spain M3.0 140 km
Jan 24, 2003 4 km S of Villalcampo, Spain M2.9 133 km
Jun 21, 2003 6 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M2.9 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 62°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in Wettest

El Barco de Ávila has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.6").

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Schools in El Barco de Ávila

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio Juan Arrabal
Colegio Público Juan Arrabal
Instituto de Educación Secundaria Aravalle
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Radio Stations near El Barco de Ávila

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in El Barco de Ávila

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aula del Río
Casa-museo "Tío Tararira"
Centro de Interp.
Centro de Interpretación de la Reserva Regional de Caza “La Sierra”
Exposición de Fotografías
Lavadero Público
Museo de la Casa Chacinera
Museo de la Industria Chacinera
Museo de la Trashumancia
Museo de los Escobazos
Museo del Empalao
Museo Imprenta Marco
Museo Municipal de Escultura "Mateo Hernández"
Museo Parroquial

Libraries in El Barco de Ávila

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca David Hernández0.0
Biblioteca Local de Campillo0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Local0.0
Biblioteca pública municipal Ángel y Alicia0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0

Farmers Markets in El Barco de Ávila

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadillo Municipal
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in El Barco de Ávila

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bellavista
Hostal "Rosi"
Hotel Mirador de Gredos

Restaurants in El Barco de Ávila

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar restaurante “La Pineda”
Casa Lucio
El Fogón del Barco
Mesón El Puente
Restaurante Avenida

Cafes in El Barco de Ávila

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café España
Siete

Cinemas in El Barco de Ávila

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cine Teatro Lagasca

Castles in El Barco de Ávila

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castillo de Valdecorneja
Torre del Cubo

Clinics in El Barco de Ávila

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud de El Barco de Ávila

Veterinaries in El Barco de Ávila

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinica Veterinaria

Bus Stations in El Barco de Ávila

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ES #1020007906
ES #425071389
Estación de Autobuses de El Barco de Ávila

Gas Stations in El Barco de Ávila

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación de Servicio Bellavista

Banks in El Barco de Ávila

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBVA
Caixabank
Caixabank
Santander Bank
Unicaja Banco

Stadiums & Teams in El Barco de Ávila

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near El Barco de Ávila

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Estación de esquí Sierra de Béjar - La Covatilla 0.0 $0

Airports Near El Barco de Ávila

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salamanca AirportSLMMedium Airport
Aeródromo Belvis de MonroySmall Airport
Aeródromo Calzada de ValduncielSmall Airport
Aeródromo de PiedrahitaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de VeladaSmall Airport
Aeródromo el MaílloSmall Airport
Aeródromo Lanzahita ULSmall Airport
Aeródromo Navalmoral de la MataSmall Airport
El Tietar AirfieldSmall Airport
Pueblonuevo de Miramontes AirstripSmall Airport
Valle AmblésSmall Airport

Post Offices in El Barco de Ávila

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficina de Correos

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Barco de Ávila

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Casa natal de San Pedro del Barco
Ermita de Santísimo Cristo del Caño
Iglesia de la Asunción de Nuestra Señora

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Madrid

🇪🇸 About Spain

Capital Madrid
Population 46,723,749
Area 504,782 km²
GDP (USD) $1,619,481,980,720
GDP per capita $33,493
HDI 0.911
Life expectancy 83.9 years
Internet users 95.5%
Urban population 80.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician
Calling code +34
TLD .es
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Spain

32 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 6 Epiphany Día de Reyes / Epifanía del Señor
Feb 28 Day of Andalucía Día de Andalucía
Mar 1 Day of the Balearic Islands Dia de les Illes Balears
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunes de Pascua
Apr 23 Castile and León Day Día de Castilla y León
Apr 23 Day of Aragón San Jorge (Día de Aragón)
May 1 Labour Day Fiesta del trabajo
May 2 Day of Madrid Fiesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
May 17 Galician Literature Day Día das Letras Galegas
May 30 Day of the Canary Islands Día de Canarias
May 31 Day of Castilla-La Mancha Día de la Región Castilla-La Mancha
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 9 Day of La Rioja Día de La Rioja
Jun 9 Day of Murcia Día de la Región de Murcia
Jun 24 St. John's Day Sant Joan
Jul 25 Santiago Apóstol Santiago Apóstol
Jul 28 Day of the Cantabrian Institutions Día de las Instituciones de Cantabria
Aug 15 Assumption Asunción
Sep 8 Day of Asturias Día de Asturias
Sep 8 Day of Extremadura Día de Extremadura
Sep 11 National Day of Catalonia Diada Nacional de Catalunya
Sep 15 Feast of Our Lady of Bien Aparecida Festividad de la Bien Aparecida
Oct 9 Day of the Valencian Community Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana
Oct 12 National Day of Spain Fiesta Nacional de España
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de todos los Santos
Dec 6 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Feast of Saint Stephen

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Barco de Ávila

What is the population of El Barco de Ávila?

El Barco de Ávila has a population of 2,368 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 557 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is El Barco de Ávila 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 El Barco de Ávila?

El Barco de Ávila has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in El Barco de Ávila?

There are 180 business establishments in the area.

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