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Higuera la Real, Spain

Extremadura · Spain

Higuera la Real is a small town in Extremadura, Spain with a population of 2,496. Elevation: 2,044 ft (623 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,496 Population 16/sq mi density
2,044 ft Elevation 623 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
24.5 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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People

Population2,496
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density16/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Population2,496
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Coordinates38.1409°, -6.6892°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceExtremadura
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (622 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About Higuera la Real

Higuera la Real is a small town in Spain (Extremadura) with a population of 2,496. The city sits at an elevation of 2,044 feet (623 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

Higuera la Real has a population of 2,496 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 152.6 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,496
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
152.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Higuera la Real vs Spain Average

The median household income in Higuera la Real is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 190 business establishments.

Income: Higuera la Real vs Spain

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)190

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Higuera la Real enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,044 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above Spain avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Area152.6 sq mi (395.3 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates38.1409°N, 6.6892°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.5"
36% below Spain avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

141 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 16, 2025.

Apr 8, 2006 36 km S of Mazagón, Spain M4.4 149 km
Jul 4, 1994 13 km ENE of El Cerro de Andévalo, Spain M4.3 40 km
Jan 22, 2006 0 km SE of Feria, Spain M4.1 42 km
Mar 27, 2010 13 km SE of Vale da Amoreira, Portugal M4.1 122 km
Jan 15, 2018 25 km NNW of Évora, Portugal M4.1 132 km
Feb 20, 2005 9 km SE of Puebla del Maestre, Spain M3.9 61 km
Apr 9, 2006 35 km S of Mazagón, Spain M3.9 148 km
Jul 18, 2003 28 km NNW of Chipiona, Spain M3.8 131 km
Jul 31, 1998 23 km W of Estremoz, Portugal M3.8 130 km
Mar 30, 1995 5 km N of Cabeza la Vaca, Spain M3.7 23 km
Jan 19, 1997 9 km WNW of Redondo, Portugal M3.6 103 km
Mar 27, 2000 26 km S of La Antilla, Spain M3.6 137 km
Feb 14, 1996 15 km SSW of Évora, Portugal M3.5 116 km
Mar 16, 1990 17 km N of São Brás de Alportel, Portugal M3.5 143 km
Sep 21, 1992 1 km N of Salvaleón, Spain M3.5 44 km
Jul 19, 1997 3 km SE of San Silvestre de Guzmán, Spain M3.4 102 km
Jan 24, 1997 6 km SSE of Valencia del Ventoso, Spain M3.4 24 km
Sep 10, 1993 9 km SSW of Utrera, Spain M3.4 139 km
Apr 27, 1990 18 km SSW of Punta Umbría, Spain M3.3 127 km
Oct 2, 1996 24 km SSW of Mazagón, Spain M3.3 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
September 71°F (21°C) 1.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 2.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
December 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Higuera la Real has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Higuera la Real

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
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Radio Stations near Higuera la Real

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
radio rociana MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Higuera la Real

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa-Museo de Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Castro Celta de Capote
Centro de Interpretación "Fray Daniel"
Centro de Interpretación de la Arquitectura Tradicional Extremeña
Centro de Interpretación de la Orden del Temple
Centro de Interpretación del Cerdo Ibérico
Centro de Interpretación del Monumento Natural de las Cuevas de Fuentes de León
Centro de Interpretación del Parque Natural. Cabildo Viejo
Centro de Interpretación del yacimiento celta de Capote
Gabinete Geominero y Centro de Interpretación de Aracena
Hospital de Pobres y Transeúntes (Archivo Histórico)
Museo Abel Moreno
Museo Arqueológico Municipal
Museo de Arte Sacro
Museo de Artesanía Popular José Navarro Pérez
Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre
Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre
Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre
Museo de la Capea
Museo de Pintura Pérez Guerra
Museo del Jamón
Museo Etnológico del Aceite

Libraries in Higuera la Real

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Agencia de Lectura "Francisca Portocarrero"0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal "Cronista Andrés Bernáldez"0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Martín Rodríguez Contreras"0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Patricio Berguizas"0.0

Farmers Markets in Higuera la Real

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadillo
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos
Plaza de abastos

Hotels in Higuera la Real

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chácara
Hostal "El Chiquinino"
Hostal "Mira Park"
Hostal Hernández

Restaurants in Higuera la Real

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chácara
El Chiquinino
Hernández
Las Cúpulas
Mesón El Espejo
Mesón El Rubio

Monuments in Higuera la Real

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antiguo Colegio de la Compañía de Jesús
Antiguo Lavadero Municipal

Castles in Higuera la Real

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castillo de Cumbres de San Bartolomé

Clinics in Higuera la Real

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Consultorio Médico

Bus Stations in Higuera la Real

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parada de Autobuses

Gas Stations in Higuera la Real

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iberdoex

Banks in Higuera la Real

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caja Rural
Cajalmendralejo
Ibercaja

Gyms in Higuera la Real

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gimnasio Municipal "Manuel Rasero"

Stadiums & Teams in Higuera la Real

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Higuera la Real

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Alcalá del RíoSmall Airport
Aeródromo de Valverde del CaminoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Virgen de La EstrellaSmall Airport
AeroguillenaSmall Airport
Beas AirstripSmall Airport
Cabezas Rubias AirstripSmall Airport
Campo de Vuelo Casimiro PatiñoSmall Airport
El Manantío AirfieldSmall Airport
El Molinillo AirfieldSmall Airport
El Moral AirstripSmall Airport
Monte de Freixial AirstripSmall Airport
Pista da AdiçaSmall Airport
Pista do Monte das TezasSmall Airport
Pista Forestal ValdelamusaSmall Airport

Post Offices in Higuera la Real

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficina de Correos

Churches & Religious Organizations in Higuera la Real

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ermita de Nuestra Señora de Loreto
Iglesia de San Bartolomé
Iglesia de San Bartolomé
Iglesia de Santa Catalina

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 Higuera la Real

What is the population of Higuera la Real?

Higuera la Real has a population of 2,496 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 152.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Higuera la Real 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 Higuera la Real?

Higuera la Real enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.

How is the job market in Higuera la Real?

There are 190 business establishments in the area.

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