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Frankenstein, Germany

Saxony · Germany

Frankenstein is a small town in Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,226. Elevation: 1,230 ft (375 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,226 Population 148/sq mi density
1,230 ft Elevation 375 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,190 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$28,190 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,800 home value, $374/mo rent

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About Frankenstein

Frankenstein is a former municipality in the district of Mittelsachsen, in Saxony, Germany. About 1100 people live there. With effect from 1 January 2012, it has been incorporated into the town of Oederan.

People

Population1,226
Density148/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,190

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,800
Rent$374
Ownership53.0%
Housing Units490

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Population1,226
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Coordinates50.9006°, 13.2093°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,018 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.6 inches (116 cm)
Median Household Income$28,190

About Frankenstein

Frankenstein is a small town in Germany (Saxony) with a population of 1,226. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet (375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Frankenstein is $28,190, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Frankenstein vs Germany

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Income

Median HH Income$28,190
62% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Frankenstein is $74,800, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $374 (68% below the national average of $1,163). 53.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 490 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,800
73% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$374
68% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.0%
Owner-Occupied53.0%
Renter-Occupied47.0%
Housing Units490

Property Tax

Climate in Frankenstein

Frankenstein has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.5°C), the coldest is Jan (0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.5°C / 33°F -1.9° / 2.9° 40.6
Feb 1.5°C / 35°F -1.3° / 4.3° 30.1
Mar 4.7°C / 40°F 1.1° / 8.3° 38.0
Apr 9.8°C / 50°F 5.1° / 14.5° 31.3
May 13.4°C / 56°F 8.4° / 18.3° 60.2
Jun 17.3°C / 63°F 12.3° / 22.3° 64.9
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24.6° 72.7
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 14° / 23.7° 75.3
Sep 15°C / 59°F 10.8° / 19.2° 57.8
Oct 10.3°C / 51°F 6.8° / 13.8° 51.3
Nov 5.6°C / 42°F 3° / 8.3° 40.0
Dec 2.5°C / 37°F 0.2° / 4.8° 42.1
Frankenstein experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 45.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below Germany avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates50.9006°N, 13.2093°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
5% above Germany avg
Snowfall 45.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

129 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.2 on May 22, 2018.

Sep 11, 1996 3 km ESE of Barnstädt, Germany M4.9 117 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M4.2 93 km
May 21, 2018 2 km SSE of Erlbach, Germany M4.1 89 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km NE of Skalná, Czechia M4.0 97 km
Sep 4, 2011 5 km WSW of Habartov, Czechia M4.0 96 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.8 93 km
Sep 8, 2000 0 km N of Skalná, Czechia M3.8 100 km
Apr 10, 1990 4 km NW of ?wieradów-Zdrój, Poland M3.8 147 km
May 31, 2014 4 km NE of Skalná, Czechia M3.8 97 km
Jun 1, 1997 2 km WNW of Bad Brambach, Germany M3.8 100 km
Apr 13, 1995 5 km SSE of Seiffen, Germany M3.8 38 km
Oct 23, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.8 93 km
Oct 3, 1990 4 km NNW of Pisarzowice, Poland M3.7 142 km
Oct 29, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.6 93 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.6 93 km
Sep 4, 2000 3 km S of Hranice, Czechia M3.6 101 km
Jan 6, 1994 3 km NNE of Pisarzowice, Poland M3.6 146 km
Jun 5, 2001 2 km NW of Schöneck, Germany M3.5 85 km
Oct 15, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.5 93 km
Oct 15, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.5 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 47°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 38°F (4°C) 2.4 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.6 in

Frankenstein has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 31°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (1.9").

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Radio Stations near Frankenstein

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Erzgebirge - 80er Kulthits - AAC
Erzgebirgs-Weihnacht erzgebirge, heimat MP3 128 kbps
BN-Radio electronic AAC+ 64 kbps
DressFM (New Yorker Global) ambient MP3
Radio Oberwiesenthal german, oldies MP3 256 kbps
SATzentrale Deluxe discofox+schlager MP3 128 kbps
Radio Erzgebirge - 90er XXL - AAC
Radio InPulz - MP3 320 kbps
Radio Erzgebirge - AAC
Radio Erzgebirge - Weihnachtsradio - AAC
Radio T Chemnitz (256kbps) chemnitz, community radio MP3 256 kbps
Radio T Karl-Marx-Stadt (64kbps) chemnitz, community radio MP3
Radio T Chemnitz (192kbps) chemnitz, freies radio MP3
Radio T Chemnitz 102.7 bfr, bürgerradio MP3
Radio UNiCC alternative, college radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio UNiCC - einzig, nicht artig ... - www.radio-unicc.de student radio (alternative rock pop mixed) MP3 32 kbps
Radio T Chemnitz (102.7 FM) bürgerradio, freies radio MP3 64 kbps
Radio Dresden - Weihnachtsradio christmas MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Frankenstein

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adam Stolln
Alte Pfarrhäuser
Altes Erbgericht
Amalie-Dietrich-Gedenkstätte
Bahnbetriebswerk Nossen
Bartholomäusschacht
Bauernmuseum
Brunnenhaus
Burg Kriebstein
Clemens-Winkler-Gedenkstätte
Dampfmaschine Roßwein
DDR Museum Gelenau
Deutsches Enduro Museum
Die Weberei - Museum Oederan
Dorfmuseum "Sättlerhaus"
Dorfmuseum Gahlenz
Ebersdorfer Schulmuseum
Ehemalige Königliche Schrotfabrik
Eisenhammer Dorfchemnitz
Erzgebirgisches Heimatmuseum „Hospital zu St. Johannis“
Feuerwehrmusem Roßwein
Feuerwehrmuseum
Feuerwehrmuseum Niederwiesa
Gedenkstätte Konzentrationslager Sachsenburg
Gellert-Museum
Hand Gottes Stollen
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum Dörnthal
Heimatstube
Historicum
Historische Kleinkälte Scharfenstein
Historische Schauweberei Braunsdorf
Huthaus Einigkeit
IG Modelleisenbahn Meißen -1999- e.V.
Institut für Mineralogie
Jagdtier- und Vogelkundemuseum
Johannes-Schilling-Haus
Kaltofenmühle
Kamelienhaus
Kustodie
Kutschenmuseum
Mayoratsgut
Modellbahnmuseum
Motorradmuseum
Motorradmuseum
Museum Erzgebirgische Volkskunst Grünhainichen
Museum im Saalbau
Museum Kalkwerk Lengefeld
Museum Kurfürstliche Amtsfischerei Pockau
Museum Olbernhau
Museumsbahnhof Großvoigtsberg
Nummernschildmuseum
Pferdebahnmuseum
Polizeihistorisches Museum Schönfeld
Raumfahrtmuseum Mittweida
Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum
Schaubergwerk Gnade Gottes Erbstollen
Schauwerkstatt Seiffener Volkskunst
Schloss Ehrenberg
Schloss- und Stadtmuseum
Schmalspurbahnmuseum Löthain
Serpentin- und Heimatmuseum
Stadt- und Bergbaumuseum Freiberg
Stadt- und Museumshaus
Straßenbaumaschinenmuseum
Strumpfmuseum
Technisches Museum Ölmühle Pockau
terra mineralia Mineralienausstellung
Trau auf Gott Erbstolln
Tuchmacherhaus
WassErleben
Zeit-Werk-Stadt
Zeitreise Hohenfichte

Libraries in Frankenstein

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bergarchiv0.0
Bibliothek Amtsberg0.0
Bibliothek Pockau0.0
Bücherei Obergruna0.0
Bücherei Sayda0.0
Gemeindebücherei Halsbrücke0.0
Gemeindebücherei Lichtenau0.0
Gemeindebücherei Lippersdorf0.0
Hochschulbibliothek0.0
Kinderbibliothek0.0
Stadt- und Kinderbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek Freiberg0.0
Stadtbibliothek Mittweida0.0
Stadtbibliothek Oederan0.0
Stadtbibliothek Roßwein0.0
Stadtbibliothek und Stadtinformation Hartha0.0
Stadtbibliothek Wolkenstein0.0
Stadtbibliothek Zöblitz0.0
Stadtteilbibliothek Einsiedel0.0
Stadtteilbibliothek Einsiedel0.0
Town Library Nossen0.0
Universitätsbibliothek "Georgius Agricola"0.0
Waldheimer Stadtbibliothek0.0
Zweigbibliothek Falkenau0.0
Zweigbibliothek Falkenau0.0

Farmers Markets in Frankenstein

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Markt
Obermarkt
Wochenmarkt Eppendorf

Hotels in Frankenstein

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gasthof "Goldener Stern"
Pension Räuberschänke "Haus Gretel"
Pension Räuberschänke "Räuberpension"

Restaurants in Frankenstein

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Goldener Stern
Räuberschänke

Cafes in Frankenstein

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SternenEis

Veterinaries in Frankenstein

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tierarztpraxis Neuber

Gas Stations in Frankenstein

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Autohaus Talkenberger

Breweries in Frankenstein

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bierfabrik Erzgebirge
Brauerei Einsiedel
Brauerei Richzenhain
Brauhaus am Bahnhof
KHW Kleine Heile Welt Bräu
Stonewood Braumanufaktur
Stonewood Braumanufaktur

Stadiums & Teams in Frankenstein

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Ski Resorts Near Frankenstein

17 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
u Lišáka 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift am Rotterhang 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Altenberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Winterwelt Rehefeld 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Erzgebirge Skiclub Olbernhau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiverein Sehmatal e.V. Skilift Neudorf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skigebiet Oberwiesenthal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Novako 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Neklid 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Plešivec 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Neklid 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Klínovec 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nové Hamry - Nad kostelem 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Náprava 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nové Hamry - U řeky 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stříbrná - Lišák 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stříbrná - Lišák 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Frankenstein

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dresden AirportDRSLarge Airport
Karlovy Vary AirportKLVLarge Airport
Leipzig–Altenburg AirportAOCMedium Airport
Beedeln Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Bitozeves Airfield-Small Airport
Březno u Chomutova Airstrip-Small Airport
Charvátce Airfield-Small Airport
Chemnitz/Jahnsdorf Airfield-Small Airport
Chomutov Airfield-Small Airport
Falkenberg-Lönnewitz Airfield-Small Airport
Finsterwalde-Heinrichsruh Airfield-Small Airport
Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield-Small Airport
Göpfersdorf Airfield-Small Airport
Großenhain Airfield-Small Airport
Großrückerswalde Airfield-Small Airport
Hartenstein-Thierfeld Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Hory Airfield-Small Airport
Langhennersdorf Airfield-Small Airport
Laussig Agricultural Airstrip-Small Airport
Lukla Airstrip-Small Airport
Machern Cropduster Strip-Small Airport
Milhostov u Chebu ULM-Small Airport
Mohorn Airfield-Small Airport
Most Airfield-Small Airport
Oschatz Airfield-Small Airport
Ostrov Airfield-Small Airport
Panensky Tynec Airfield-Small Airport
Pirna-Pratzschwitz Airfield-Small Airport
Podbořany Airstrip-Small Airport
Pretzschendorf Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Rana Loumy Airfield-Small Airport
Riesa-Canitz Airfield-Small Airport
Riesa-Göhlis AirportIESSmall Airport
Roitzschjora Airfield-Small Airport
Schwarzheide/Schipkau Airfield-Small Airport
Taucha Airfield-Small Airport
Teplice Airfield-Small Airport
Torgau-Beilrode Airfield-Small Airport
Žatec-Macerka Airfield-Small Airport
Zschorna Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Frankenstein

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aktiv am Dom Reha
Knappschafts-Klinik Warmbad

Churches & Religious Organizations in Frankenstein

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dorfkirche Frankenstein
Schul- und Bethaus (Kapelle) Bräunsdorf

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Berlin

🇩🇪 About Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 82,927,922
Area 357,021 km²
GDP (USD) $4,562,207,532,490
GDP per capita $54,777
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 80.5 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 81.9%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +49
TLD .de
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Germany

19 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 8 International Women's Day Internationaler Frauentag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Mariä Himmelfahrt
Sep 20 World Children's Day Weltkindertag
Oct 3 German Unity Day Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Oct 31 Reformation Day Reformationstag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 18 Repentance and Prayer Day Buß- und Bettag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Erster Weihnachtstag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Zweiter Weihnachtstag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Frankenstein

What is the population of Frankenstein?

Frankenstein has a population of 1,226 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles.

Is Frankenstein expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,190, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,800 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $374 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Frankenstein?

Frankenstein has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 45.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Frankenstein?

There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Frankenstein?

The median home value in Frankenstein is $74,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $374. The homeownership rate is 53.0%.

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