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Melsungen, Germany
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Melsungen is a small city in Hesse, Germany with a population of 14,004. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Melsungen
Melsungen is a small climatic spa town in the Schwalm-Eder district in northern Hesse, Germany. In 1987, the town hosted the 27th Hessentag state festival.
People
Economy
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A+Climate
| Population | 14,004 |
| Population Density | 389 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.1303°, 9.5524° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Hesse |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.4 inches (722 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,945 |
About Melsungen
Melsungen is a small city in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 14,004. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet (179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Melsungen vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,945 |
| 61% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 546 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $89,200 |
| 68% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $446 |
| 62% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 52.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 47.1% |
| Housing Units | 5,602 |
Property Tax
Climate in Melsungen
Melsungen has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 538 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 36.0 sq mi (93.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 389/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.1303°N, 9.5524°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.4 in |
Melsungen has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 32°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Melsungen
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuldatal-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Schule am Schloth | — | — | — | — |
| Christian-Bitter-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Schule am Schloth | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Melsungen
45 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO BOB - Power Metal | metal, power metal | MP3 | |
| ERF Plus | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Blues [mp3 | 192 kbps] | 1920s, 1960s | MP3 | |
| Radio BOB - Nu Metal (mp3 192) | metal, nu metal | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [aac | 64 kbps] | 1970s, classic rock | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [aac | 64 kbps] | alternative, blues | AAC | |
| Radio Bob - Classic Rock | — | MP3 | |
| hr1 Nordhessen | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BOB - Nu Metal (aac 64) | metal, nu metal | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] | 1970s, classic rock | MP3 | |
| hr3 Nordhessen | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB! 2000er Rock [64 kbit/s AAC] | alternative rock, emo | AAC | |
| Radio bob | — | AAC | |
| Radio Bob | rock/hardrock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Blues [aac | 64 kbps] | 1920s, 1960s | AAC | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Study | adult contemporary, ambient | MP3 192 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Background Music | chill, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HARMONY.FM | 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers EURODANCE | 80's, 80er | MP3 192 kbps | |
| hr4 Nordhessen | oldies, volksmusik | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - COCKTAIL LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Roadtrip | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [mp3 | 192 kbps] | aor, art rock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB! Rockparty | metal, rock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Newcomer | new rock, newcomer | MP3 | |
| Technolovers TRANCE | melodic trance, progressive trance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - GAMING LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Freies Radio Kassel | — | MP3 170 kbps | |
| Radio Bob - Mittelalter Rock | — | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB! DONOTS | — | MP3 | |
| Lumbung radio | alternative, arts | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - BEACH CLUB LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO 21 Göttingen | pop, rock | MP3 | |
| Leinewelle | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers BIG ROOM | big room, bigroom | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bob - Women of Rock | rock, women | MP3 | |
| FMRausch: FM Rausch Radio | ambient, avantgarde | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BOB! National (192kbps) | 80s, 90s | MP3 | |
| Epic Lounge - WORKDAY LOUNGE | ambient and relaxation music, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bob - Country | country | MP3 | |
| SCHLAGER | 70er, kult | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noise On FM | dance, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] | alternative, blues | MP3 | |
| Radio Bob! Britpop | — | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [aac | 64 kbps] | aor, art rock | AAC |
Museums in Melsungen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altenburg- und Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Bademuseum | ||||
| Bergbau-Museum Frielendorf | ||||
| Bergwerksmuseum Roßgang | ||||
| Bienenkundliches Museum Kartause | ||||
| Brauereimuseum Malsfeld | ||||
| Caricatura | ||||
| Dauerausstellung Bahnhof Bebra | ||||
| Deutsches Videothekenmuseum | ||||
| documenta-Halle | ||||
| Dorfmuseum | ||||
| Energietechnikmuseum | ||||
| Fuldaschifffahrt | ||||
| Gedenkstätte Breitenau | ||||
| Grimmwelt | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Gensungen | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Karl Schmidt | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Spangenberg | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Wichte | ||||
| Henschel Museum | ||||
| Hessisches Kutschen- und Wagenmuseum | ||||
| Hessisches Landesmuseum | ||||
| Hirtenhaus | ||||
| Holleum | ||||
| Hugenottenhaus | ||||
| Jüdisches Museum, Mikwe | ||||
| Korbmachermuseum Beiseförth | ||||
| Kreisheimatmuseum Rotenburg | ||||
| Landtechnisches Museum | ||||
| Lebendiges Bienenmuseum Knüllwald | ||||
| Marmorbad | ||||
| Mühlenmuseum | ||||
| Museum "Alte Schule" | ||||
| Museum für Sepulkralkultur | ||||
| Museum Hof Helse | ||||
| Museum Schloss Wilhelmshöhe | ||||
| Naturkundemuseum | ||||
| Naturparkzentrum Habichtswald | ||||
| New Gallery | ||||
| Polizeimuseum-Fritzlar | ||||
| Puppen- und Spielzeugmuseum | ||||
| Schachmuseum Lohfelden | ||||
| Schauenburger Märchenwache | ||||
| Spohr Museum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Technik-Museum Kassel | ||||
| Weißensteinflügel | ||||
| Ziegeleimuseum |
Libraries in Melsungen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Artothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek 8 | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek 8 | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek FB16 Elektrotechnik / Informatik | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek FB16 Elektrotechnik / Informatik | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Frielendorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Kirchditmold e.V. | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Kirchditmold e.V. | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Uttershausen | 0.0 | |||||
| City library Baunatal | 0.0 | |||||
| City library Baunatal | 0.0 | |||||
| Ev. Medienzentrale | 0.0 | |||||
| Ev. Medienzentrale | 0.0 | |||||
| Evangelische Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Evangelische Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeinde- und Schulbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Oberkaufungen | 0.0 | |||||
| Jugendbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Jugendbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Kultur-Schmiede e.V. Remsfeld | 0.0 | |||||
| Medienzentrum Hersfeld Rotenburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Mediothek Gudensberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Murhardsche Bibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Museumsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Museumsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Schul-und Gemeindebücherei Dennhausen/Dittershausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadt- und Schulbücherei Waldau | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadt- und Schulbücherei Waldau | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| StadtBücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Vellmar | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Niederzwehren | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitätsbibliothek Kassel | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitätsbibliothek Kassel Standort Oberzwehren | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitätsbibliothek Kassel Standort Oberzwehren | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Melsungen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Markt | |||||
| Anna Markt | |||||
| Imkerei Hollibienen | |||||
| Markthalle | |||||
| Ossenplatz | |||||
| Rotenburg an der Fulda | |||||
| Wehlheider Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wehlheider Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Baunatal City | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Baunatal City |
Hotels in Melsungen
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Melsungen
20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Melsungen
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Melsungen
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Melsungen
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Melsungen
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Melsungen
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Melsungen
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Melsungen
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Melsungen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei | ||||
| Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei | ||||
| Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei | ||||
| Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei | ||||
| Hütt-Brauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Melsungen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Melsungen
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kassel Airport | KSF | Large Airport |
| Fritzlar Army Airfield | FRZ | Medium Airport |
| Alsfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Amöneburg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aue bei Hattorf Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Auf der Schaufel Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Gandersheim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Hersfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bischofsberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brakel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Büchig Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dehausen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Der Dingel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dornberg-Sontra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Edermünde-Grifte Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eichsfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz „Graner Berg“ | — | Small Airport |
| Fulda-Jossa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gedern Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gießen-Reiskirchen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hessisch Lichtenau Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hoherodskopf Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hölleberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Homberg (Ohm) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Höxter-Holzminden Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Huhnrain Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Johannisau Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Korbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kreuzebra Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Langenberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lauterbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Marburg-Schönstadt Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mengeringhausen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mosenberg Airfeld | — | Small Airport |
| Nidda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Northeim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Plätzer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Schotten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stauffenbühl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sultmer Berg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Uslar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vinsebeck Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Waldeck Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Warburg-Am Heinberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wasserkuppe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Weidberg-Kaltenwestheim Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Weper Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ziegenhain-Der Ring Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zierenberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Melsungen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postfiliale Elektro Ritschel |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melsungen
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christuskirche | |
| Evangelische Kirche Adelshausen | |
| Evangelische Kirche Kehrenbach | |
| Evangelische Kirche Kirchhof | |
| Evangelische Kirche Obermelsungen | |
| Evangelische Kirche Schwarzenberg | |
| Kapelle Neuer Friedhof | |
| Mariae Himmelfahrt | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche | |
| St.-Georgs-Kapelle | |
| Stadtkirche Melsungen |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Melsungen?
Melsungen has a population of 14,004 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 389 people per square mile, spread across 36.0 square miles.
Is Melsungen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,945, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $89,200 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $446 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Melsungen?
Melsungen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Melsungen?
There are 546 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Melsungen?
The median home value in Melsungen is $89,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $446. The homeownership rate is 52.9%.