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Hemer, Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia · Germany
Hemer is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 37,502. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 37,502 |
| Population Density | 1,378 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.3871°, 7.7702° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.1 inches (992 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,914 |
About Hemer
Hemer is a mid-size city in Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia) with a population of 37,502. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Hemer vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,914 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,463 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,600 |
| 70% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $423 |
| 64% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 48.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 51.5% |
| Housing Units | 15,001 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hemer
Hemer has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 855 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 27.2 sq mi (70.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,378/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.3871°N, 7.7702°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Hemer has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Hemer
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wulfertschule | - | - | - | - |
| Hans-Prinzhorn-Realschule | - | - | - | - |
| Felsenmeerschule | - | - | - | - |
| Wilhelm-Busch-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Freiherr vom Stein Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Albert-Schweitzer-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Märkische Schule Hemer | - | - | - | - |
| Gesamtschule Hemer | - | - | - | - |
| Oeseschule | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Deilinghofen | - | - | - | - |
| Woesteschule | - | - | - | - |
| Wulfertschule | - | - | - | - |
| Felsenmeerschule | - | - | - | - |
| Brabeckschule | - | - | - | - |
| Freiherr vom Stein Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Adolf-Kolping-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Friedrich-Leopold-Woeste-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Hans - Prinzhorn - Realschule | - | - | - | - |
| Regenbogenschule | - | - | - | - |
| Diesterwegschule Hemer | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hemer
37 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDR 2 Ruhrgebiet | adult contemporary, news talk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers EDM | club house, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Lippewelle Hamm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio HOUSE | dance, dance music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO 21 Nordrhein-Westfalen | pop, rock | MP3 | |
| ROMANTIC PIANO by Epic Piano | classic, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| jcradio4m3 | christian, christlich | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lippewelle Hamm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - POOLSIDE LOUNGE | ambient and relaxation music, chill | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio AMERICAN CHRISTMAS | americana, ballads | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Dunkler Welle - Das Schwärzeste Radio Im Netz | eclectic | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Technolovers HARDCORE | electronic, electronica | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radius 92.1 - Das Campusradio für Siegen | campusradio, deutsch | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio 91.2 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Dinner | ambient, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Moshhead | metal, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio | acid jazz, classic jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Fox and More | 80s, 90s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein New Country Radio | new country | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein Lounge Radio | lounge | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein 80er Radio | 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Polonia | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio FLR1 | charts, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioSilesia | folk, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hagen | local, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Retrofm 30 Plus | easy listening, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Restaurant Music | #, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SOLO PIANO by Epic Piano | classic, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ALEX FM DE/NL | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioHBR | bible, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio HBR | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio SCHUMANN | boston symphony orchestra, classic hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CHRISTMAS PIANO by Epic Piano | christian, christmas | MP3 192 kbps | |
| PIANO COVERHITS by Epic Piano | charts, classical piano | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RauteMusik Caribbean Wave | afro, afro-latin music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers MELBOURNE BOUNCE | bass, club dance | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Hemer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahehammer | ||||
| Alte Synagoge | ||||
| Alter Hammer Oberrödinghausen | ||||
| Altes Amtshaus | ||||
| Burg Altena | ||||
| Deutsches Drahtmuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Höhlenmuseum | ||||
| Drahtrolle Am Hurk | ||||
| Elternhaus des Gefangenenpriesters Dr. h.c. Franz Stock | ||||
| Erlebnisaufzug | ||||
| Felsenmeermuseum | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Loh-Hof | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Loh-Hof | ||||
| Geschichtsmuseum + Städtische Galerie der Stadt Lüdenscheid | ||||
| Gründungsort EC Deilinghofen | ||||
| Haus der Stadtgeschichte | ||||
| Haus Letmathe | ||||
| Haus Rykenberg | ||||
| Heimat-Museum | ||||
| Heimathaus Kirchwelver | ||||
| Heimathauses | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Spieker | ||||
| Heimatstube | ||||
| Heimatstube Holzwickede | ||||
| Hellwegmuseum | ||||
| historische Jugendherberge Burg Altena | ||||
| Kettenschmiede-Museum | ||||
| Klostergartenmuseum | ||||
| Kostede Museum für Überlebenskunst | ||||
| KunstKirche | ||||
| Luisenhütte | ||||
| Magnetmuseum | ||||
| Motte Küntrop | ||||
| Museum Forum der Völker | ||||
| Museum für Handwerk und Postgeschichte | ||||
| Museum in der Kornbrennerei | ||||
| Museumsgarten | ||||
| Nadelmuseum | ||||
| Phänomenta Lüdenscheid | ||||
| Reformierte Kirche - versöhnung | ||||
| Rennrad-Museum | ||||
| Ruhrtalmuseum | ||||
| Schleipe-Hammer | ||||
| SIKU//WIKING Modellwelt | ||||
| Spritzenhaus | ||||
| Stadtarchiv Hemer | ||||
| Städtisches Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Werdohl | ||||
| TMS Verkehrshistorische Ausstellung Galerie | ||||
| Westfälisches Karnevalsmuseum |
Libraries in Hemer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bezirksbibliothek Rhynern | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Landsberg-Velen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei im Bahnhof | 0.0 | |||||
| Die Bücherei St. Marien im Norbert-Treff | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorte-Hillecke-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek Holzwickede | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Bönen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Nachrodt | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholisch öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Peter | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Schulbuecherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Hüsten | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Neheim | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Altena | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Bergkamen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Fröndenberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Hemer | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn Zweigstelle Letmathe | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn Zweigstelle Letmathe | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Kamen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Lüdenscheid | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Lünen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Plettenberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei u. Zelius Neuenrade | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Werdohl | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Aplerbeck | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Aplerbeck | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Scharnhorst | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei Brackel | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei Hohenlimburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei Hohenlimburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Varnhagensche Bibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hemer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Am Markt | |||||
| Bauking | |||||
| Bürgermeister-Schmerbeck-Platz | |||||
| Elseyer Dorfplatz | |||||
| Elseyer Dorfplatz | |||||
| Kirchplatz | |||||
| Markt Königsborn | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz Brackel | |||||
| Marktplatz Brackel | |||||
| Neheimer Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Platz der Generationen | |||||
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wurstmarkt Unna |
Hotels in Hemer
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hemer
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hemer
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Hemer
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Hemer
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hemer
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Hemer
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hemer
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hemer
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hemer
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hemer
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hemer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammona Braumanufaktur GbR | ||||
| Privatbrauerei Heinrich | ||||
| Vormann Brauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Hemer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hemer
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesselbacher Gletscher | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skiarena Hahnenbecke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skihang Tüppel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hemer
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cologne Bonn Airport | CGN | Large Airport |
| Dortmund Airport | DTM | Large Airport |
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | Large Airport |
| Siegerland Airport | SGE | Medium Airport |
| Ahlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altena-Hegenscheid Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Menden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Ruhrwiese Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Attendorn-Finnentrop Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Marienberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beelen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bergneustadt-Auf dem Dümpel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Betzdorf-Kirchen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bonn-Hangelar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkenberge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bottenhorn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Breitscheid Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drensteinfurt Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eudenbach Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Everswinkel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hagen-Hof-Wahl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hamm-Lippewiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hengsen-Opherdicke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hirzenhain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hörbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hünsborn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Iserlohn-Rheinermark Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Iserlohn-Sümmern Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kamen-Heeren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lindlar Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lünen-Lippeweiden Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Marl-Loemühle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meinerzhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Menden-Barge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meschede-Schüren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Münster-Telgte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oelde Bergeler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oeventrop-Ruhrwiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ottmarsbocholt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plettenberg-Hüinghausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Radevormwald-Leye Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Reichshof-Eckenhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schameder Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schmallenberg-Rennefeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siegen-Eisernhardt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Soest-Bad Sassendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Waltrop Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Werdohl-Küntrop Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Westerenger Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wipperfürth-Neye Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hemer
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Deutsche Post Filiale 505 | |
| Kiosk Gleis 9 |
Treatment Centers in Hemer
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Gut Sassenscheid | ||
| REHA-Praxis Stadtkrone Ost | ||
| Ruhrtalklinik Wickede |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hemer
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bodelschwinghhaus | |
| Buddhistisches Zentrum Hemer | |
| Christ-König-Kirche | |
| Christuskirche | |
| Christuskirche Sundwig | |
| Ebbergkirche | |
| Evangeliumschristen-Baptisten e.V. | |
| Freie Evangelische Gemeinde Hemer | |
| Friedhofskapelle | |
| Friedholfskapelle Frönsberg | |
| Kirche Maria Frieden | |
| Kreuzkirche | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche, Gemeinde Hemer | |
| Paradiesunddas - Haus der Kirchen | |
| Paul-Schneider-Haus | |
| Pfarrkirche Christkönig | |
| Sankt Peter und Paul | |
| St. Bonifatius Kirche | |
| Stephanus-Kirche | |
| Türkisch-Islamischer Verein e.V. - Hemer Merkez Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hemer
What is the population of Hemer?
Hemer has a population of 37,502 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 1,378 people per square mile, spread across 27.2 square miles.
Is Hemer expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,914, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,600 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $423 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 Hemer?
Hemer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Hemer?
There are 1,463 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hemer?
The median home value in Hemer is $84,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $423. The homeownership rate is 48.5%.