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Leer, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Leer is a mid-size city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 33,886. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 33,886 |
| Population Density | 1,156 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2316°, 7.4610° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (774 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,266 |
About Leer
Leer is a mid-size city in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 33,886. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Leer vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,266 |
| 64% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,322 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,600 |
| 66% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $478 |
| 59% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 44.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 55.8% |
| Housing Units | 13,554 |
Property Tax
Climate in Leer
Leer has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 755 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 29.3 sq mi (75.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,156/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2316°N, 7.4610°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Leer has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Leer
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubbo-Emmius-Gymnasium - Außenstelle Ostersteg | - | - | - | - |
| Eichenwallschule | - | - | - | - |
| Schule am Deich | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Bingum | - | - | - | - |
| Greta-Schoon-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Pestalozzi Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Ludgeri-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Möörkenschule | - | - | - | - |
| Hoheellernschule | - | - | - | - |
| Teletta-Groß-Gymnasium O-Gebäude | - | - | - | - |
| Schule am Patersweg | - | - | - | - |
| Eichenwallschule | - | - | - | - |
| Gutenbergschule | - | - | - | - |
| Kreismusikschule Leer | - | - | - | - |
| Daalerschule | - | - | - | - |
| Ubbo-Emmius-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Teletta-Groß-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Plytenbergschule | - | - | - | - |
| NordWest-College | - | - | - | - |
| Ludwig Fresenius Schulen Leer | - | - | - | - |
| Arbeit und Soziales gem. Gmbh | - | - | - | - |
| Berufsbildende Schulen Leer | - | - | - | - |
| Friesenschule | - | - | - | - |
| J. Bünting Coloniale Shop | - | - | - | - |
| bfw | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Leer
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Continu (NL) | classics, dutch | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (Ostfriesland) | pop, regional radio | MP3 | |
| HITZZZ!! (NL) | deutsch, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Omroep Eemsdelta (NL) | contemporary | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Calypso (NL) | oldies, piratenhits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ostfriesland Bürgerradio | alternative, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| New Wave (RU) | поп-музыка | MP3 128 kbps | |
| New Wave - BestNet Radio (US) | new wave | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wattwerker | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Prog Rock Station - laut.fm | progressive rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wattwerker | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (new) | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (Friesland & Wilhelmshaven) | pop, regional radio | MP3 | |
| Radio Nordseewelle | - | MP3 |
Museums in Leer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alte Seilerei | ||||
| Buddelschiff-Museum | ||||
| Bünting Tee Museum | ||||
| Druckereimuseum | ||||
| Ehemalige Jüdische Schule Leer Gedenk- und Begegnungsstätte | ||||
| Fehn- und Schiffahrtsmuseum (Villa Graepel) | ||||
| Fehnmuseum Eiland | ||||
| Friederike von Papenburg | ||||
| Gedenkstätte Esterwegen | ||||
| Gut Altenkamp | ||||
| Gut Altenkamp | ||||
| Haus Samson | ||||
| Heimathaus Aschendorf | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Historische Schmiede | ||||
| Historisches Museum | ||||
| Klottje Huus | ||||
| Landarbeitermuseum Suurhusen | ||||
| Miraculum MitMachMuseum | ||||
| Mühlen- und Heimatmuseum Scharrel | ||||
| Mühlenfachmuseum Stiftsmühle Aurich | ||||
| Museumsbauernhaus Neemann | ||||
| Oll Reef Hus | ||||
| Oll Sprützenhuus | ||||
| Ostfriesen Bräu | ||||
| Schlickmuseum | ||||
| Schulmuseum Folmhusen | ||||
| Schulmuseum Folmhusen | ||||
| Teilrekonstruktion Kloster Ihlow | ||||
| Vom Korn zum Brot | ||||
| von-Velen-Anlage | ||||
| Zeitspeicher | ||||
| Ziegeleimuseum |
Libraries in Leer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fachstelle der Upstalsboom-Gesellschaft | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Oldersum | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Veenhusen "Lese-Eule" | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. Öffentl. Bücherei Hilkenbrook | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentl. Bücherei St. Georg Strücklingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei Scharrel | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholisch öffentliche Bücherei - St. Michael | 0.0 | |||||
| köb | 0.0 | |||||
| Landschaftsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Petrus-Bücherei-Loga | 0.0 | |||||
| Selbstlernzentrum | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek KÖB Papenburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Weener | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Leer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorfplatz Hesel | |||||
| Kirchenvorplatz | |||||
| Markthalle | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Borssum | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Bunde |
Hotels in Leer
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Leer
37 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Leer
21 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Leer
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Leer
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Leer
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Leer
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Leer
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Leer
13 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Leer
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Leer
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Leer
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Leer
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Leer
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Leer
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Leer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Leer
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wittmundhafen Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Alte Ems Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Zwischenahn-Rostrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baltrum Airport | BMR | Small Airport |
| Barßel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bohlenbergerfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brockzetel Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Damme Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dankern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emden Airport | EME | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Leer-Papenburg | - | Small Airport |
| Harlesiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| JadeWeser Airport | WVN | Small Airport |
| Juist Airport | JUI | Small Airport |
| Langeoog Airport | LGO | Small Airport |
| Meppen Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Norden-Norddeich Airport | NOD | Small Airport |
| Norderney Airport | NRD | Small Airport |
| Oostwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Quakenbrück Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stadskanaal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinberg in Surwold Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varrelbusch Airfield | VAC | Small Airport |
| Veendam Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Wangerooge Airport | AGE | Small Airport |
| Westerstede-Felde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wiefelstede-Conneforde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Leer
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Multi Nord | |
| Postfiliale im Einzelhandel |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Leer
27 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christuskirche | |
| Ev.-freie Gemeinde Emmanuel | |
| Ev.-Freikirchliche Gemeinde Leer (Baptisten) K.d.ö.R. | |
| Evangelisch-methodistische Gemeinde Leer | |
| Evangelisch-Reformierte Gemeinde Kirchborgum | |
| Evangelisch-reformierte Kirche Driever | |
| Evangelisch-Reformierte Kirche Esklum | |
| Evangelisch-reformierte Kirche Heisfelde | |
| Freie Christengemeinde Leer e.V. | |
| Friedenskirche | |
| Große Kirche | |
| Katholisch-Apostolische Gemeinde Leer | |
| Kirche Jesu Christi der Heiligen der Letzten Tage | |
| Königreichssaal | |
| Lutherkirche | |
| Matthäikirche | |
| Mennonitenkirche | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche Leer | |
| Paulus-Kirche | |
| Petruskirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Leer
What is the population of Leer?
Leer has a population of 33,886 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 1,156 people per square mile, spread across 29.3 square miles.
Is Leer expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,266, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,600 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $478 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Leer?
Leer 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 62°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Leer?
There are 1,322 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Leer?
The median home value in Leer is $95,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $478. The homeownership rate is 44.2%.