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Lelystad, The Netherlands
Flevoland · The Netherlands
Lelystad is a mid-size city in Flevoland, The Netherlands with a population of 79,811. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
B+Climate
| Population | 79,811 |
| Population Density | 257 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.5083°, 5.4750° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Flevoland |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.6 inches (803 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $67,392 |
About Lelystad
Lelystad is a mid-size city in The Netherlands (Flevoland) with a population of 79,811. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Lelystad vs The Netherlands
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,392 |
| 10% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 97 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 51 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Lelystad
Lelystad has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 863 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 310.0 sq mi (802.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.5083°N, 5.4750°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in |
Lelystad has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 39°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Lelystad
Schools in Lelystad
54+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Sluis | - | - | - | - |
| De Zevenster | - | - | - | - |
| De Boslelie | - | - | - | - |
| De Zeearend | - | - | - | - |
| De Kring | - | - | - | - |
| Het Mozaïek | - | - | - | - |
| De Schakel | - | - | - | - |
| De Albatros | - | - | - | - |
| De Boeier | - | - | - | - |
| De Brink | - | - | - | - |
| De Grundel | - | - | - | - |
| De Kei | - | - | - | - |
| De Lepelaar | - | - | - | - |
| De Poolster | - | - | - | - |
| De Meander Oost | - | - | - | - |
| De Tjalk | - | - | - | - |
| De Tjotter | - | - | - | - |
| De Triangel | - | - | - | - |
| De Windroos | - | - | - | - |
| Timotheüs | - | - | - | - |
| Timotheüsschool | - | - | - | - |
| De Anger | - | - | - | - |
| De Steiger | - | - | - | - |
| Aurum College | - | - | - | - |
| De Rede | - | - | - | - |
| Doktor Herman Bekiusschool | - | - | - | - |
| De Anger | - | - | - | - |
| De Triangel | - | - | - | - |
| OBS de Tjotter | - | - | - | - |
| 3sprong | - | - | - | - |
| De Lispeltuut | - | - | - | - |
| De Driemaster | - | - | - | - |
| Horizon | - | - | - | - |
| De Regenboog | - | - | - | - |
| De Optimist | - | - | - | - |
| Al Ihsaan | - | - | - | - |
| De Wingerd | - | - | - | - |
| De Finnjol | - | - | - | - |
| PCBS Het Baken | - | - | - | - |
| De Meander West | - | - | - | - |
| De Vuurtoren | - | - | - | - |
| Taalklas Lelystad | - | - | - | - |
| Ichthus | - | - | - | - |
| De Pionier | - | - | - | - |
| Warande | - | - | - | - |
| Stedenschool | - | - | - | - |
| Toermalijn | - | - | - | - |
| Maharishi Basisschool De Fontein | - | - | - | - |
| Porteum | - | - | - | - |
| De Rietlanden | - | - | - | - |
| Aeres VMBO | - | - | - | - |
| De Helmstok | - | - | - | - |
| GBS De Helmstok | - | - | - | - |
| Driestromenland | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lelystad
102 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NPO Radio 5 | 60's, 70's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100% NL | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NPO 2 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 538 Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SLAM! | dance, electro | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Veronica | greatest hits, pop rock | FLV | |
| 538 Non-Stop | hits, non-stop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Groot Nieuws Radio | christian, christian music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NPO Klassiek | classical, klassiek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Groot Nieuws Radio Non-Stop | non-stop, worship | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio10 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SLAM! Housuh In De Pauzuh | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio M Utrecht | local news, smooth | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Gelderland | 103.5, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Slam! Mixmarathon | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Groot Nieuws Radio Blijde Klanken | christelijk, kerk- en koormuziek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 538 TOP 50 | pop music, top charts | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Concertzender | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Classic NL | classical, classical music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Alleen Klassiek | klassiek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 538 Classics | 00’s, 10’s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SkyRadio Non-Stop | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Classicnl | classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio 10 60's & 70's Hits | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sky Radio Smooth Hits | smooth | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| LX Classics | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Pinguin Aardschok | heavy metal, metal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Pinguin On the Rocks | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Classicnl Opera | classical, opera | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Classicnl Soundtracks | classical | MP3 256 kbps | |
| SkyRadio HITS | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| AnZoRadio | 00s, 10s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Only 80s radio | 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 192 Radio (HQ) | 60s, 70s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| NPO BLEND | hiphop, npo | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sky Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Soul Radio | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| SLAM! HARDSTYLE | hardstyle | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot radio Classics | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Oldskoolradio | 1980s hits, 70's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Concertzender - De Gehoorde Stilte | misc | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Classic Mind Radio | classical | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio SBS | bollywood, dutch | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Concertzender - Hard Bop | hard bop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GLXY.RADIO | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Glind Radio | pop music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Quality FM | ballads, easy listening | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SmileFM | 00's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NPO radio 4 | classical | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Apeldoorn (high bandwidth) | local music, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Reformatorische Omroep 1 | christian, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NPO Radio 4 Concerten | classical, non-stop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Candlelight Radio | easy listening, romantic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NPO Blend - http | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Grand Prix Radio | sports news, top 40 | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 40up Radio | rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Pinguin Blues | blues, blues rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Pinguin Vintage | oldies, pop music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio 0511 | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| L.O.V.E. (Lokale Omroep Volendam Edam) DAB | community radio, local news | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Urk FM | christian, preaching | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Clubstitute Radio | dance, edm | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Moonlight-Radio | 24/7, various music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HitRadio1.nl | engels, hollands | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio 1224 | 1224 am, 1224am | MP3 320 kbps | |
| GodenzonenFM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Stad Woerden | 24/7, internet radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ice Radio The Alternative | 00s, 10s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Omroep Lekstroom | news, regional radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Mitsy Bits | - | AAC 256 kbps | |
| Roulette FM | adult contemporary, oldies | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Sky Hits | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Veluwe FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Freak Radio NL | - | MP3 | |
| NH Gooi | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kerstradio.nl | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ABTT | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Apeldoorn | local music, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Samen1 | local | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SAMEN 1 | local news, local radio | MP3 | |
| Samen1 radio | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Soul Radio (FR) | hip-hop, jazz | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Zeewolde (LOZ 106.4FM) | 24/7, local news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| FlevoZiekenOmroep (HLS audio) | music | AAC 52 kbps | |
| NixxFM | 00s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rob Stenders stream | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| FlevoZiekenOmroep (FZO) AACPLUS stream | various pop hits oldies easylistening nederlands top40 nederlandstalig hollands dutch hospitalradio ziekenomroep | AAC 160 kbps | |
| FlevoZiekenOmroep (FZO) MP3 stream | various pop hits oldies easylistening nederlands top40 nederlandstalig hollands dutch hospitalradio ziekenomroep | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Loeradio | local radio | OGG 128 kbps | |
| TraxxRadio | 24/7, 60's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| L.O.V.E. (Lokale Omroep Volendam Edam) | community radio, local news | MP3 | |
| RTV Love Volendam Edam | dutch pop, folk music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lelystad | local news, local radio | MP3 | |
| Food and Lounge | bossanova, chillout | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Dronten (107.4 FM) | 24/7, local news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Emmeloord | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM geestelijk | misc | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ideaal FM | hits, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HoornRadio | community radio, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Spannenburg | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| onverantwoord.com | 24/7, various music | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Lelystad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviodrome | ||||
| Batavialand | ||||
| Batavialand | ||||
| Flessenscheepjesmuseum | ||||
| het Pakhuis | ||||
| Hoedenmuseum "Zet 'm Op" | ||||
| Huizer museum Het Schoutenhuis | ||||
| M. | ||||
| Mariahoeve | ||||
| Marius van Dokkum Museum | ||||
| Mechanisch Erfgoed Centrum | ||||
| Museum 't Oude Raadhuis | ||||
| Museum Nagele | ||||
| Museumboerderij Mariahoeve | ||||
| Open Doors Bezoekerscentrum | ||||
| Paling museum | ||||
| Putter Stoomgemaal | ||||
| Sow to Grow | ||||
| Stadsgevangenis | ||||
| Stadsmuseum Harderwijk | ||||
| Zuiderzeemuseum | ||||
| Zuiderzeemuseum - binnen | ||||
| Zuiderzeemuseum - buiten | ||||
| Zuiderzeemuseum entreepaviljoen |
Libraries in Lelystad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Biddinghuizen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Dronten | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Enkhuizen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Ermelo | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Harderwijk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Huizen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Lelystad | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Putten | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Stede Broec | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Urk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Zeewolde | 0.0 | |||||
| De Nieuwe Bibliotheek in Almere Buiten | 0.0 | |||||
| Servicepunt Drielanden | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lelystad
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinsdagochtendmarkt | |||||
| Weekmarkt Putten | |||||
| Zaterdag markt | |||||
| Zaterdagochtendmarkt |
Hotels in Lelystad
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lelystad
53 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lelystad
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lelystad
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lelystad
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Lelystad
2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lelystad
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lelystad
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lelystad
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lelystad
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lelystad
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lelystad
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lelystad
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Lelystad
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lelystad
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lelystad
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lelystad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brouwerij De Werf | ||||
| Van Sandbergh Bieren (Microbrewery) |
Stadiums & Teams in Lelystad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Lelystad
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skipiste Nieuwegein | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| IJsvereniging Laag Soeren | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Wolfskamer Wintersport | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lelystad
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | AMS | Large Airport |
| De Kooy Airfield / Den Helder Naval Air Station | DHR | Medium Airport |
| Deelen Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Lelystad Airport | LEY | Medium Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hilversum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malden Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Middenmeer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Noordkop Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | - | Small Airport |
| Slootdorp Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Soesterberg Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Terlet Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Teuge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Texel International Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lelystad
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PostNL Afhaalpunt | |
| PostNL Businesspoint | |
| PostNL servicepoint | |
| Servicepunt Primera |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lelystad
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 't Lichtschip | |
| Bethelkerk | |
| De Hoeksteen | |
| De Lichtbron | |
| El Imaan | |
| Evangeliegemeente Reveil | |
| Evangelische kerk De Pijler | |
| Het Anker | |
| Meditatiecentrum Veda Maharishi | |
| Moskee Al Firdaus | |
| Ontmoetingskerk | |
| Osmanli Camii | |
| Pax Christi Parochie |
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Around Lelystad
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Lelystad
17 places within 15 km
- • Archeologisch Openluchtmuseum Swifterkamp
- • Bataviastrand
- • Havenstrand
- • Houtribhoekstrand
- • Strand 't Bovenwater
- • Blauwborst
- • De Grote Zilverreiger
- • De Oeverloper
- • De Poelruiter
- • De Schollevaar
- + 7 more
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Lelystad
What is the population of Lelystad?
Lelystad has a population of 79,811 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 257 people per square mile, spread across 310.0 square miles.
Is Lelystad expensive to live in?
The median household income is $67,392, 10% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Lelystad?
Lelystad has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.
How is the job market in Lelystad?
There are 97 business establishments in the area, including 51 restaurants and food service locations.