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Melle, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Melle is a mid-size city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 46,514. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Housing
A+Climate
| Population | 46,514 |
| Population Density | 444 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.2020°, 8.3383° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.9 inches (809 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.0 inches (13 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,558 |
About Melle
Melle is a mid-size city in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 46,514. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Melle vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,558 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,814 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $86,000 |
| 69% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $430 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 57.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.8% |
| Housing Units | 18,606 |
Property Tax
Climate in Melle
Melle has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2°C). Average annual precipitation is 807 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 104.7 sq mi (271.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.2020°N, 8.3383°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Melle has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.0").
Schools in Melle
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wallgartenschule | - | - | - | - |
| Gymnasium Melle | - | - | - | - |
| Integrierte Gesamtschule Melle | - | - | - | - |
| Berufsbildende Schulen Melle | - | - | - | - |
| Wiehengebirgsschule Melle | - | - | - | - |
| Grönenbergschule | - | - | - | - |
| Grund- und Hauptschule Riemsloh | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Eicken-Bruche | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule im Engelgarten | - | - | - | - |
| Berufsorientierungszentrum (BOZ) Melle | - | - | - | - |
| Gundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Westerhausen | - | - | - | - |
| Freie Waldorfschule Melle | - | - | - | - |
| Grund- und Hauptschule Gesmold | - | - | - | - |
| Ratsschule Melle | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Melle
25 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Gütersloh | borgholzhausen, clarholz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Hochstift | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bielefeld | bielefeld, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WDR COSMO -- (https) | diversity, global | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Herford | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio WAF | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lippe | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| deutschrap | deutschrap, german rap | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Melodic Radio | melodic rock, rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WDR 2 Ostwestfalen-Lippe | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Alternativeworld | alternative, brit pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Germany | mix | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deutschrap-Deluxe von laut.fm | deutschrap, hiphop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NurseFM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hertz 87.9 - Campusradio für Bielefeld | MP3 HQ | bielefeld, campus radio | MP3 | |
| Coco und Jambo | 90s, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antenne Bethel | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Osradio 104,8 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| L'UniCo (Campusradio Paderborn) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TeutoRadio | - | MP3 | |
| Radio HCJB | christian | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Gay Radio (FR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| OS-Radio | pop music, regional | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio | acid jazz, classic jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Larmo | pop music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Melle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automuseum Melle | ||||
| Bauernhausmuseum | ||||
| Bauernhausmuseum | ||||
| Böckstiegel-Haus | ||||
| Böckstiegel-Haus | ||||
| Deutsches Automatenmuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Fächermuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Fächermuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Tabak- und Zigarrenmuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Windkraftmuseum | ||||
| Dobergmuseum - Geologisches Museum OWL | ||||
| Dr. Oetker Welt | ||||
| Dr. Oetker Welt | ||||
| Eisenzeithaus Venne | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Friseurmuseum Bielefeld | ||||
| Friseurmuseum Bielefeld | ||||
| Gerberei Museum Enger | ||||
| Grönegau-Museum | ||||
| Grünes Haus | ||||
| Grünes Haus | ||||
| Haller ZeitRäume - Virtuelles Geschichtsmuseum der Stadt Halle Westfalen (Museumsbüro) | ||||
| Haus der Versmolder Geschichte | ||||
| Heimathaus | ||||
| Heimathaus Bockhorst | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Bad Laer | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Dornberg | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Dornberg | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Isselhorst | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Quelle | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Quelle | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Versmold | ||||
| Historische Sammlung Bethel | ||||
| Historische Sammlung Bethel | ||||
| Historisches Museum Bielefeld | ||||
| Historisches Museum Bielefeld | ||||
| Historisches Museum Steinhagen | ||||
| Historisches Museum Steinhagen | ||||
| Kleinbahn Museum | ||||
| Krankenhausmuseum | ||||
| Krankenhausmuseum | ||||
| Kultur- und Heimathaus | ||||
| Kunsthalle | ||||
| Kunsthalle | ||||
| Kunstverein Bielefeld | ||||
| Kunstverein Bielefeld | ||||
| MAFA Museum/Archiv/Forum Arminia | ||||
| MAFA Museum/Archiv/Forum Arminia | ||||
| Motorcycle Museum Heiner Beckmann | ||||
| Museum für Kindheits- und Jugendwerke bedeutender Künstler | ||||
| Museum Huelsmann | ||||
| Museum Osthusschule | ||||
| Museum Osthusschule | ||||
| Museum Peter August Böckstiegel | ||||
| Museum Peter August Böckstiegel | ||||
| Museum Wäschefabrik | ||||
| Museum Wäschefabrik | ||||
| Museumshof Senne | ||||
| Museumshof Senne | ||||
| NaMu - Naturkunde-Museum | ||||
| NaMu - Naturkunde-Museum | ||||
| NaMu - Naturkunde-Museum | ||||
| NaMu - Naturkunde-Museum | ||||
| Ostblock | ||||
| Ostblock | ||||
| Sägemühle Meier Osthoff | ||||
| Sawmill Meier-Osthoff | ||||
| Schafstall Bad Essen | ||||
| Schnippenburgmuseum | ||||
| Sigmund-Strecker-Museum | ||||
| Technikmuseum Analog bis Digital | ||||
| Traktorenmuseum Melle-Buer / Meesdorf | ||||
| Varusschlacht im Osnabrücker Land - Museum und Park Kalkriese | ||||
| Venner Mühle | ||||
| Waffelmuseum Meyer | ||||
| Werburg-Museum Spenge | ||||
| Widukind-Museum |
Libraries in Melle
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bethel-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei der Ev.-luth. Kirchengemeinde | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek Steinhagen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek Steinhagen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Rödinghausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Hauptarchiv der v. Bodelschwinghschen Stiftungen Bethel | 0.0 | |||||
| Hauptarchiv der v. Bodelschwinghschen Stiftungen Bethel | 0.0 | |||||
| Hochschulbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hochschulbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| KÖB | 0.0 | |||||
| Kunstbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kunstbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Landeskirchliches Archiv | 0.0 | |||||
| Landeskirchliches Archiv | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Bielefeld | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Bielefeld | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Melle | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek und Stadtarchiv | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Versmold | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Bünde | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Enger | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Spenge | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Brackwede | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Dornberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Dornberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Jöllenbeck | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Jöllenbeck | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Schildesche | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Schildesche | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Stieghorst | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Stieghorst | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitätsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitätsbibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Melle
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bünder Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Hauptmarkt | |||||
| Heckewerthplatz | |||||
| Markt Brackwede | |||||
| Markt Brackwede | |||||
| Markt Schildesche | |||||
| Markt Schildesche | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Ostmarkt | |||||
| Ostmarkt | |||||
| Siegfriedplatz | |||||
| Siegfriedplatz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Bad Essen | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Belm | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Borgholzhausen | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Steinhagen | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Steinhagen |
Hotels in Melle
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Melle
21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Melle
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Melle
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Melle
5 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Melle
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Melle
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Melle
9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Melle
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Melle
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Melle
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Melle
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Melle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bielefelder Braumanufaktur | ||||
| Bielefelder Braumanufaktur |
Stadiums & Teams in Melle
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Böllhoff-Stadion | ||
| Cronsbachstadion | ||
| Radrennbahn | ||
| SchücoArena | ||
| Sportplatz Pödinghausen |
Airports Near Melle
39 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dortmund Airport | DTM | Large Airport |
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | Large Airport |
| Paderborn Lippstadt Airport | PAD | Large Airport |
| Bielefeld Airport | BFE | Medium Airport |
| Bückeburg Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Diepholz Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Ahlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Menden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Atterheide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beelen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bohmte-Bad Essen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bückeburg-Weinberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Büren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Colnrade Ultralight Field | - | Small Airport |
| Damme Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dehausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Detmold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Donstorf UL | - | Small Airport |
| Drensteinfurt Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Everswinkel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Achmer | - | Small Airport |
| Hamm-Lippewiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hengsen-Opherdicke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kamen-Heeren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Melle-Grönegau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Menden-Barge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Münster-Telgte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oelde Bergeler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oerlinghausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Paderborn-Haxterberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Paradiek Lohne bei Vechta | - | Small Airport |
| Porta Westfalica Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Quakenbrück Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rinteln Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Soest-Bad Sassendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varrelbusch Airfield | VAC | Small Airport |
| Vinsebeck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Warburg-Am Heinberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Westerenger Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Melle
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| EDEKA Center Altenbernd | |
| Kretschmann Genuss Company | |
| Postfiliale | |
| Postfiliale (im Einzelhandel) |
Treatment Centers in Melle
24 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ALTA Klinik | ||
| Ambulante Suchthilfe Bethel | ||
| Augenklinik am Jahnplatz | ||
| Gerontopsychiatrisches Zentrum | ||
| HolsingVital GmbH | ||
| Klinik Münsterland | ||
| Klinik Teutoburger Wald Trakt C | ||
| Komfortklinik (Klinikum Bielefeld) | ||
| Medizinisches Versorgungszentrum Bielefeld (MVZ) für Neurochirurgie | ||
| Paracelsus-Wiehengebirgsklinik Bad Essen | ||
| Paracelsus-Wittekindklinik Bad Essen | ||
| Parkklinik | ||
| PHV-Dialysezentrum | ||
| Praxis für Physiotherapie und Ergotherapie Rainer Wicht | ||
| Psychiatrische Institutsambulanz | ||
| Rehabilitationsklinik | ||
| Rehabilitationsklinik Werscherberg | ||
| Sozialpädiatrisches Zentrum | ||
| Tagesklinik am Königsweg | ||
| Tagesklinik Ost der Klinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie | ||
| Tagesklinik West der Klinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie | ||
| ZAR Bielefeld | ||
| Zentrum für Anästhesie und Schmerztherapie | ||
| Zentrum für Diabetes, Nieren- und Hochdruck-Krankheiten MVZ GmbH |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melle
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Evangelisch-Freikirchliche Gemeinde Melle | |
| Evangelisch-reformierte Gemeinde Melle | |
| Evangeliums-Christen | |
| Königreichssaal Jehovas Zeugen | |
| Marienkirche | |
| Mimar-Sinan-Moschee | |
| Moschee des Eroberers | |
| Neuapostolische Kirchengemeinde Melle | |
| Paulus-Kirche | |
| Sankt-Matthäus-Kirche | |
| Sankt-Petri-Kirche | |
| St. Johann | |
| St. Marien | |
| St. Petrus in Ketten |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Melle
What is the population of Melle?
Melle has a population of 46,514 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 444 people per square mile, spread across 104.7 square miles.
Is Melle expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,558, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $86,000 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $430 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 Melle?
Melle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Melle?
There are 1,814 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Melle?
The median home value in Melle is $86,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $430. The homeownership rate is 57.2%.