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Gorleben, Germany

Lower Saxony · Germany

Gorleben is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 631. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
631 Population 16/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
22.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,351 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,351 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,200 home value, $341/mo rent

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People

Population631
Density16/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,351

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,200
Rent$341
Ownership74.6%
Housing Units252

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population631
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates53.0484°, 11.3573°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$27,351

About Gorleben

Gorleben is a small town in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 631. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Gorleben is $27,351, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Gorleben vs Germany

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Income

Median HH Income$27,351
64% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gorleben is $68,200, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $341 (71% below the national average of $1,163). 74.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 252 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,200
76% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$341
71% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.6%
Owner-Occupied74.6%
Renter-Occupied25.4%
Housing Units252

Property Tax

Climate in Gorleben

Gorleben has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (19°C), the coldest is Jan (1°C). Average annual precipitation is 592 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C / 34°F -1.7° / 3.6° 49.3
Feb 2.2°C / 36°F -1.1° / 5.5° 41.7
Mar 4.8°C / 41°F 0.4° / 9.1° 41.7
Apr 9.6°C / 49°F 3.8° / 15.4° 33.4
May 13.8°C / 57°F 7.8° / 19.9° 48.8
Jun 17°C / 63°F 11° / 23° 58.0
Jul 19°C / 66°F 13.3° / 24.8° 71.9
Aug 18.9°C / 66°F 13.1° / 24.7° 56.0
Sep 14.8°C / 59°F 9.6° / 20.1° 47.5
Oct 10°C / 50°F 5.9° / 14.2° 50.8
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F 2.4° / 8.1° 45.0
Dec 2.2°C / 36°F -0.3° / 4.6° 48.2
Gorleben experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below Germany avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area40.5 sq mi (104.8 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates53.0484°N, 11.3573°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.4"
41% below Germany avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 3, 2008.

May 19, 2000 10 km ENE of Boizenburg, Germany M3.5 51 km
Jul 21, 2001 3 km SE of Tessin, Germany M3.5 130 km
Apr 3, 2008 3 km SSW of Ottersberg, Germany M2.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in

Gorleben has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Gorleben

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Schlagzeugschule Em Cee
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Museums in Gorleben

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amtsturm
Besucherzentrum Burg Lenzen
Danneil-Museum
Dat Lütt Museum
Grenzlandmuseum Schnackenburg
Heimatmuseum
Jahn-Gedenkstätte
Jenny-Marx-Haus
Museum Grabow
Museum Wustrow
Rittergut Eldenburg
Stones Fan Museum

Libraries in Gorleben

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Haus des Gastes - Stadtbibliothek - Touristinfo0.0
Samtgemeindebücherei Lüchow0.0
Stadt- und Kreisbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0

Farmers Markets in Gorleben

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marktplatz
Salzwedeler Wochenmarkt
Wochenmarkt in Lüchow

Hotels in Gorleben

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alte Fischerkate
Das Deichhaus & Barrels
Haus an der Elbe
Hütten-Hotel Elbhöhe

Restaurants in Gorleben

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alte Fischerkate
Gasthaus Wiese
Kaminstube Gorleben
Wunderbar

Cafes in Gorleben

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café & Hofladen Jirjahlke
Café Kietz

Stadiums & Teams in Gorleben

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gorleben

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bobzin Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Gardelegen AirfieldSmall Airport
Grambeker Heide AirfieldSmall Airport
Klein Gartz AirfieldSmall Airport
Klietz-Scharlibbe AirfieldSmall Airport
Kunrau-Jahrstedt Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lüchow-Rehbeck AirfieldSmall Airport
Neu-Gülze AirfieldSmall Airport
Neustadt-Glewe AirfieldSmall Airport
Parchim Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Perleberg Glider FieldSmall Airport
Pinnow AirfieldSmall Airport
Stendal-Borstel AirfieldSmall Airport
Stüde Bernsteinsee AirfieldSmall Airport
Tangeln Private AirstripSmall Airport
Teldau-Amholz AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Gorleben

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Kurklinik Arendsee

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gorleben

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Feldsteinkapelle
Gorlebener Gebet
Kapelle Wootz
St. Johannis Kirche

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 Gorleben

What is the population of Gorleben?

Gorleben has a population of 631 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 40.5 square miles.

Is Gorleben expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,351, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,200 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $341 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Gorleben?

Gorleben has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gorleben?

There are 25 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gorleben?

The median home value in Gorleben is $68,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $341. The homeownership rate is 74.6%.

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