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Istán, Spain
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Istán is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 1,461. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Istán
Istán is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga in Andalusia in southern Spain with an estimated population in 2005 of 1400 people. It lies beneath the Sierra Blanca in the valley of the Rio Verde about 15 km to the northwest from Marbella and the Mediterranean coast. It is situated on the southern slope of the Sierra de las Nieves. It is also near the large reservoir created by the Presa de la Concepción dam, built in 1972 to provide drinking water to towns all along the Costa del Sol.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,461 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.5827°, -4.9496° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.8 inches (680 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Istán
Istán is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 1,461. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet (295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Istán vs Spain Average
Income: Istán vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 111 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 67.4 sq mi (174.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5827°N, 4.9496°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 39 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 2 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
Istán has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 49°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Istán
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Francisco Ruiz | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Istán
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeachGrooves Radio | deep house, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Talk Radio Europe | eclectic, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Gibraltar (GI) | british forces, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Oro Marbella | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network Spain | jazz, smooth | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Campillos | classical | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Sonaos fm | 1980s, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Oro | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GBC Radio Gibraltar (GI) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network España | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RusRadio Marbella | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Estepona-Costa del Sol | information, pop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| radio sonaos stereo | 80s, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Marbescop | costa del sol, culture française | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Casares | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SER Lucena | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 | exitos, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Istán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullfighting Museum | ||||
| Casa Museo Don Bosco | ||||
| Casa-Museo Marigloria | ||||
| Cortijo de Miraflores | ||||
| Museo Arqueològico | ||||
| Museo de artes populares | ||||
| museo de la castaña | ||||
| Museo de Ronda | ||||
| Museo del Carruaje de Ronda | ||||
| Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo | ||||
| Museo del Molino | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico | ||||
| Museo Lara | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Pizarra | ||||
| Museo Paleontologico | ||||
| Museo Peinado | ||||
| Museo Ralli | ||||
| Museo Taurino |
Libraries in Istán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central Fernando Alcalá | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Culturas Contemporáneas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Manuel Vallés | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Emilio Prados | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca publica maria zambrano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal – Presidente Adolfo Suárez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "María Sagredo" | 0.0 | |||||
| Camilo José Cela | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Istán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calypso Farmers' Market & Bazaar | |||||
| Mercadillo de Marbella | |||||
| Mercado Azalea | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Divina Pastora | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Pedro | |||||
| Soho Market |
Hotels in Istán
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Istán
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Istán
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Istán
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Istán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería 0 Grados |
Stadiums & Teams in Istán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Istán
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar Airport | GIB | Large Airport |
| Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport | AGP | Large Airport |
| Moron Air Base | OZP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Antequera | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Loja | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo privado "Villamartin2" | - | Small Airport |
| Base BRICA de Cártama | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de vuelo de Villanueva del Trabuco | - | Small Airport |
| Ronda | - | Small Airport |
| Tomás Fernández Espada Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Istán
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Istán
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aldea del Daidin | |
| Iglesia San Miguel Arcangel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Istán
What is the population of Istán?
Istán has a population of 1,461 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 67.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Istán 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 Istán?
Istán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.
How is the job market in Istán?
There are 111 business establishments in the area.