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Kaiserslautern, Germany
Rheinland-Pfalz · Germany
Kaiserslautern is a mid-size city in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany with a population of 98,732. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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People
Economy
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AClimate
| Population | 98,732 |
| Population Density | 1,469 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | 49.4430°, 7.7716° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Rheinland-Pfalz |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.4 inches (772 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.6 inches (24 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,442 |
About Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern is a mid-size city in Germany (Rheinland-Pfalz) with a population of 98,732. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Kaiserslautern vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,442 |
| 67% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 251 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 108 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $98,600 |
| 65% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $493 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 33.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 66.6% |
| Housing Units | 39,493 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 716 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 67.2 sq mi (174.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,469/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.4430°N, 7.7716°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Kaiserslautern has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and April the driest (1.9").
Schools in Kaiserslautern
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stresemannschule | — | — | — | — |
| Kurpfalz-Realschule Plus | — | — | — | — |
| Bertha von Suttner Integrierte Gesamtschule | — | — | — | — |
| Kaiserslautern Elementary School (3300) | — | — | — | — |
| Kaiserslautern High School (3000) | — | — | — | — |
| Schule am Beilstein | — | — | — | — |
| Theodor-Heuss-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Albert-Schweitzer-Gymnasium | — | — | — | — |
| Lina-Paff-Realschule Plus Orientierungsstufe | — | — | — | — |
| Geschwister Scholl Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Integrierte Gesamtschule „Goetheschule“ | — | — | — | — |
| Fischerrückschule | — | — | — | — |
| Stiftswaldschule | — | — | — | — |
| Fritz-Walter-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Bännjerrückschule | — | — | — | — |
| Prof. König und Leiser Schulen | — | — | — | — |
| Betzenberg Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| Pestalozzischule | — | — | — | — |
| Heinrich-Heine-Gymnasium | — | — | — | — |
| Berufsbildende Schule I - Technik | — | — | — | — |
| Gymnasium am Rittersberg | — | — | — | — |
| Luitpoldschule | — | — | — | — |
| Kottenschule | — | — | — | — |
| Berufsbildende Schule II: Wirtschaft und Soziales | — | — | — | — |
| BurgGymnasium | — | — | — | — |
| St.-Franziskus-Gymnasium und -Realschule | — | — | — | — |
| Lina-Pfaff-Realschule Plus | — | — | — | — |
| Paul-Münch-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Hohenstaufen-Gymnasium | — | — | — | — |
| Röhmschule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kaiserslautern
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DASDING | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| swr4 kaiserslautern | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RPR1. Radio Weinstrasse | pfälzer rockpop, schlager | MP3 | |
| Antenne Kaiserslautern | charts, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SR 2 Off-Beat | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GANORIUM Radio | club, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio Nahe | pop music, regional | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Landau | lokalsender, nachrichten | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Pirmasens | modern | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Weinstrasse | — | AAC | |
| Antenne Pfalz | lokalradio, nachrichten | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DASDING - Chillout | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio BEETHOVEN | boston, boston symphony orchestra | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Rüsselsheim | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gässjer FM | culture, entertainment | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Westerwald | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RPR1. Kaiserslautern | 80er, 90er | MP3 |
Museums in Kaiserslautern
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50ccm Museum Nachtigall | ||||
| 50ccm-Museum | ||||
| Alte Museums-Schmiede | ||||
| Alte Samenklenge | ||||
| Alte Welt Museum | ||||
| Altes Rathaus | ||||
| Bachbahn Museum | ||||
| Bajasseum | ||||
| Bauernmuseum | ||||
| Beerenwei(n)museum | ||||
| Bildhaus | ||||
| Bürstenbindermuseum Ramberg | ||||
| docu center Ramstein | ||||
| Donnersberghaus | ||||
| Dorfmuseum | ||||
| Dynamikum | ||||
| Eisenhüttenmuseum | ||||
| Elmsteiner Wappenschmiede | ||||
| Fußballfieber - Fußball Geschichte(n) aus Rheinland-Pfalz | ||||
| Haus der Nachhaltigkeit | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Historisches Kloster Museum | ||||
| Kalkbergwerk am Königsberg | ||||
| Keltendorf | ||||
| Keltendorf | ||||
| Keltengarten Steinbach | ||||
| Motorradmuseum Heinz Luthringshauser | ||||
| Museum für Fotografie und Fotografenhandwerk | ||||
| Museum für Zeit | ||||
| Museum im Westrich | ||||
| Museum Pachen | ||||
| Museum Sickingerhöhe | ||||
| Museum unterm Trifels | ||||
| Museum Winnweiler | ||||
| Nordpfälzer Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Parfüm-Museum | ||||
| Pfalzgalerie | ||||
| Pfälzisches Bergbaumuseum | ||||
| Puppenstubenmuseum | ||||
| Reinhard-Blauth-Museum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Steinemuseum | ||||
| Stellwerkmuseum | ||||
| Theodor-Zink-Museum | ||||
| Wadgasserhof | ||||
| Westpfälzer Musikantenmuseum |
Libraries in Kaiserslautern
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 409 - Ramstein Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Architektur, Raum-und Umweltplanung, Bauingenieurwesen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Biologie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Chemie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Elektrotechnik und Informationstechnik | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Informatik | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Maschinenbau und Verfahrenstechnik/Wirtschaftswissenschaften | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Mathematik/Physik | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Josef Annweiler | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei und Mediathek | 0.0 | |||||
| Die Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Dreisen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Mehrzweckraum | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Sippersfeld | 0.0 | |||||
| Hochschulbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Internationales Medienzentrum Elmstein | 0.0 | |||||
| Kleine Pfalzbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesestube Eulenbis | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfalzbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadbücherei Wolfstein | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Kaiserslautern - Stadtteilbücherei Erlenbach | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Kirchheimbolanden | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Annweiler | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Ramstein-Miesenbach | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Rockenhausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei-Artothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Zentralbibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kaiserslautern
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herrngarten | |||||
| Stiftsplatz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Pirmasens | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Rockenhausen |
Hotels in Kaiserslautern
24 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kaiserslautern
126 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kaiserslautern
58 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kaiserslautern
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kaiserslautern
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kaiserslautern
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kaiserslautern
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kaiserslautern
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kaiserslautern
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kaiserslautern
7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kaiserslautern
17 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kaiserslautern
8 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kaiserslautern
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kaiserslautern
21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kaiserslautern
20 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kaiserslautern
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kaiserslautern
15 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kaiserslautern
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauhaus am Markt | ||||
| Park Brauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Kaiserslautern
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kaiserslautern
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Kubota | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kaiserslautern
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt-Hahn Airport | HHN | Large Airport |
| Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport | FKB | Large Airport |
| Büchel Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Mainz-Finthen Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Mannheim-City Airport | MHG | Medium Airport |
| Phalsbourg-Bourscheid Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Ramstein Air Base | RMS | Medium Airport |
| Saarbrücken Airport | SCN | Medium Airport |
| Wiesbaden Army Airfield | WIE | Medium Airport |
| Adventure Paramoteur Alsace Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Dürkheim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Sobernheim-Domberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baden-Oos Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Batzendorf Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bell-Hundheim UL | — | Small Airport |
| Bexbach Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bining Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eibinger Forstwiese Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eßweiler Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Lachen-Speyerdorf | — | Small Airport |
| FSV Illtal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gros Rederching Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grünstadt Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Haguenau Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Haßloch Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Herrenteich Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hoppstädten-Weiersbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Idar-Oberstein/Göttschied Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Imsweiler UL | — | Small Airport |
| Kirn Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kusel-Langenbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| L'oiseau Blanc Achen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Landau-Ebenberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Langenlonsheim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Les ailes de Rohrbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Linkenheim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ludwigshafen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Malsch-Ettlingen Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Marpingen Glider Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nannhausen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Oppenheim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pirmasens-Pottschütthöhe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rastatt Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rheinstetten Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Roßberg Becherbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salmbach Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sarre-Union Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sarrebourg Buhl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sarreguemines Neunkirch Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saverne Steinbourg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kaiserslautern
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carina Blumen | |
| Deutsche Post | |
| DHL Paket Shop | |
| Mail Boxes Etc. | |
| Postbank Finanzcenter | |
| Postfiliale 511 - Internet Cafe BBT |
Treatment Centers in Kaiserslautern
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Reha Westpfalz | ||
| Rehabilitationszentrum am Donnersberg | ||
| Sozialpsychiatrisches Zentrum Kaiserslautern | ||
| ZAR Kaiserslautern |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaiserslautern
41 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostel-Kirche | |
| Chinesisch Christliche Gemeinde | |
| Christuskirche | |
| Church of Christ Kaiserslautern | |
| City Mission | |
| CVJM Kaiserslautern | |
| Dietrich-Bonhoeffer-Kirche | |
| Ditib Fatih Moschee e.V. | |
| Erlöserkirche | |
| Evang.-Luth. St.-Michaelis-Kirchengemeinde | |
| Evangelisch-Freikirchliche Gemeinde | |
| Evangelische Freikirche | |
| Evangelische Stadtmission Kaiserslautern | |
| Evangeliums Christen Gemeinde e.V. | |
| Freie Baptisten Gemeinde Kaiserslautern | |
| Freie evangelische Gemeinde Kaiserslautern | |
| Friedenskirche | |
| Gemeindehaus Kaiserslautern | |
| Heilig Kreuz | |
| Hoffnungskirche |
Explore Near Kaiserslautern
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Around Kaiserslautern
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kaiserslautern
24 places within 15 km
- • Burgruine Perlenberg
- • Franzosenschanze am Humberg
- • Heidenfelsen
- • Hinkelstein
- • Hügelgrab
- + 12 more
- • Burg Hohenecken
- • Burg Nanstein
- • Burg Wilenstein
- • Burgruine Frankenstein
- • Kaiserpfalz
- + 2 more
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kaiserslautern
What is the population of Kaiserslautern?
Kaiserslautern has a population of 98,732 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 1,469 people per square mile, spread across 67.2 square miles.
Is Kaiserslautern expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,442, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $98,600 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $493 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Kaiserslautern?
Kaiserslautern has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kaiserslautern?
There are 251 business establishments in the area, including 108 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Kaiserslautern?
The median home value in Kaiserslautern is $98,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $493. The homeownership rate is 33.4%.