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Jessen, Germany
Saxony-Anhalt · Germany
Jessen is a small city in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 11,065. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jessen
Jessen is a municipality on the Black Elster river and lies in the eastern part of Saxony-Anhalt in the district of Wittenberg.
People
Economy
C+Housing
A+Climate
| Population | 11,065 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.7934°, 12.9576° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Saxony-Anhalt |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.7 inches (552 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,211 |
About Jessen
Jessen is a small city in Germany (Saxony-Anhalt) with a population of 11,065. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Jessen vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,211 |
| 62% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 432 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,000 |
| 73% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $380 |
| 67% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 59.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 40.7% |
| Housing Units | 4,426 |
Property Tax
Climate in Jessen
Jessen has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 541 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 175.6 sq mi (454.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.7934°N, 12.9576°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 in |
Jessen has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Jessen
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule Max Lingner | - | - | - | - |
| Gymnasium Jessen | - | - | - | - |
| Sekundarschule Jessen-Nord | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Jessen
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DressFM (New Yorker Germany) | grunge | MP3 | |
| Saxnwelle | kölsch, maxis | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Experimentalgems | ambient, avantgarde | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DJ Tekness | el, house | MP3 |
Museums in Jessen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bauernmuseum Zahna | ||||
| Bauernmuseum Zahna | ||||
| Braumuseum | ||||
| Bunker Militär-Museum Kossa | ||||
| Burg Klöden | ||||
| Bürgermeister-Ringenhain-Haus | ||||
| Dorfmuseum Dennewitz | ||||
| Electric Power Station | ||||
| Erinnerungsort Torgau | ||||
| Gedenkstätte Geschlossener Jugendwerkhof Torgau | ||||
| Hahnemann-Haus | ||||
| Heimat-, Karneval- und Schifffahrtsmuseum Elster (Elbe) | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Historisches Handwerkerhaus | ||||
| Katharina-Luther-Stube | ||||
| Kürfürstliche Gemächer | ||||
| Lapidarium | ||||
| Museum Abtshaus | ||||
| Museum Annaburg | ||||
| Museum im Mönchenkloster | ||||
| Museum Schloss Lichtenburg | ||||
| Neue Energien Forum Feldheim | ||||
| Porzellaneum | ||||
| Schlossmuseum Annaburg | ||||
| Schuhmuseum | ||||
| Spalatinhaus | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Torgau | ||||
| Torgau, Residenz der Renaissance und Reformation | ||||
| Webermusuem |
Libraries in Jessen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stadt- und Schulbibliothek Dommitzsch | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Annaburg – Zweigstelle Annaburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Annaburg – Zweigstelle Prettin | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Jessen (Elster) | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Torgau | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Zahna | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Jessen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wochenmarkt |
Hotels in Jessen
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jessen
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jessen
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Jessen
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Jessen
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Jessen
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Jessen
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Jessen
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Jessen
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jessen
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jessen
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jessen
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Jessen
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Jessen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Zahna | ||||
| Brauhaus Alter Elbehof |
Stadiums & Teams in Jessen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jessen
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin Brandenburg Airport | BER | Large Airport |
| Leipzig/Halle Airport | LEJ | Large Airport |
| Holzdorf Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Altes Lager Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Böhlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brandenburg-Mühlenfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brodau Cropduster Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Falkenberg-Lönnewitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finsterwalde-Heinrichsruh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Großenhain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Laussig Agricultural Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Locktow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lüsse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Machern Cropduster Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Oehna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oschatz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plötzin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Reinsdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Renneritz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riesa-Canitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riesa-Göhlis Airport | IES | Small Airport |
| Roitzschjora Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saarmund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schönhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sprossen (Zeitz) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Taucha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Torgau-Beilrode Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zschorna Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zwochau Cropduster Strip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Jessen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Drogerie Bernharend Post Shop |
Treatment Centers in Jessen
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BfA-Klinik | ||
| Reha-Zentrum Bad Schmiedeberg |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jessen
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorfkirche Battin | |
| Dorfkirche Grabo | |
| Dorfkirche Ruhlsdorf | |
| Kirche Arnsdorf | |
| Kirche Gerbisbach | |
| St. Marien | |
| St. Nikolai Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jessen
What is the population of Jessen?
Jessen has a population of 11,065 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 175.6 square miles.
Is Jessen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,211, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 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 Jessen?
Jessen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Jessen?
There are 432 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Jessen?
The median home value in Jessen is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380. The homeownership rate is 59.3%.