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Menden, Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia · Germany
Menden is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 52,452. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
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| Population | 52,452 |
| Population Density | 1,480 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.4434°, 7.7783° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.1 inches (992 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,914 |
About Menden
Menden is a mid-size city in Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia) with a population of 52,452. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Menden vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,914 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 2,046 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,200 |
| 70% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $426 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 46.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 53.5% |
| Housing Units | 20,981 |
Property Tax
Climate in Menden
Menden has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (2°C). Average annual precipitation is 839 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 35.4 sq mi (91.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.4434°N, 7.7783°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Menden has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Menden
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oberparkgebaeude | - | - | - | - |
| Realschule Lendringsen | - | - | - | - |
| Hönne-Berufskolleg | - | - | - | - |
| Städtisches Gymnasium an der Hönne | - | - | - | - |
| Josefschule Lendringsen | - | - | - | - |
| Albert-Schweitzer-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Gesamtschule Menden | - | - | - | - |
| Realschule Menden | - | - | - | - |
| Gesamtschule Menden Haus 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Realschule Menden | - | - | - | - |
| Gesamtschule Menden - NW-Gebäude | - | - | - | - |
| Josefschule | - | - | - | - |
| Josefschule | - | - | - | - |
| Hönne-Berufskolleg | - | - | - | - |
| Kaufmännisches Berufskolleg | - | - | - | - |
| Placida Viel (Berufskolleg) | - | - | - | - |
| Hönne-Berufskolleg | - | - | - | - |
| Hönne-Berufskolleg | - | - | - | - |
| Bischof-von-Ketteler-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Gesamtschule Menden Haus 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Gemeinschaftsgrundschule Platte Heide | - | - | - | - |
| Bonifatiusschule | - | - | - | - |
| Schule für Gesang und Instrumentalunterricht | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Menden
31 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDR 2 Ruhrgebiet | adult contemporary, news talk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lippewelle Hamm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio HOUSE | dance, dance music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO 21 Nordrhein-Westfalen | pop, rock | MP3 | |
| ROMANTIC PIANO by Epic Piano | classic, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Lippewelle Hamm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| jcradio4m3 | christian, christlich | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Moshhead | metal, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Dinner | ambient, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Dunkler Welle - Das Schwärzeste Radio Im Netz | eclectic | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Technolovers HARDCORE | electronic, electronica | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio 91.2 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio AMERICAN CHRISTMAS | americana, ballads | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein 80er Radio | 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Polonia | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mottekstrehle | - | MP3 16 kbps | |
| Radio Fox and More | 80s, 90s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio | acid jazz, classic jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Iceradio Germany | electro industrial darkwave ebm futurepop synthpop goth | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio SCHUMANN | boston symphony orchestra, classic hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein Lounge Radio | lounge | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein New Country Radio | new country | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio FLR1 | charts, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioSilesia | folk, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hagen | local, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Retrofm 30 Plus | easy listening, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Restaurant Music | #, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SOLO PIANO by Epic Piano | classic, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioHBR | bible, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio HBR | christian | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Menden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahehammer | ||||
| Alte Synagoge | ||||
| Alter Hammer Oberrödinghausen | ||||
| Burg Altena | ||||
| Deutsches Drahtmuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Höhlenmuseum | ||||
| Drahtrolle Am Hurk | ||||
| Elternhaus des Gefangenenpriesters Dr. h.c. Franz Stock | ||||
| Erlebnisaufzug | ||||
| Felsenmeermuseum | ||||
| Freiherr-von-Stein-Museum | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Loh-Hof | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Loh-Hof | ||||
| Geschichtsmuseum + Städtische Galerie der Stadt Lüdenscheid | ||||
| Gründungsort EC Deilinghofen | ||||
| Gustav-Lübcke-Museum | ||||
| Haus der Stadtgeschichte | ||||
| Haus Letmathe | ||||
| Haus Rykenberg | ||||
| Heimat-Museum | ||||
| Heimathaus Kirchwelver | ||||
| Heimathauses | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatstube Holzwickede | ||||
| Hellwegmuseum | ||||
| historische Jugendherberge Burg Altena | ||||
| Karl-Pollender-Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Kettenschmiede-Museum | ||||
| Klostergartenmuseum | ||||
| Kostede Museum für Überlebenskunst | ||||
| KunstKirche | ||||
| Ländliches Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Luisenhütte | ||||
| Magnetmuseum | ||||
| Motte Küntrop | ||||
| Museum Forum der Völker | ||||
| Museum für Handwerk und Postgeschichte | ||||
| Museum in der Kornbrennerei | ||||
| Museumseisenbahn Hamm | ||||
| Museumsgarten | ||||
| Nadelmuseum | ||||
| Neues Museum | ||||
| Phänomenta Lüdenscheid | ||||
| Reformierte Kirche - versöhnung | ||||
| Rennrad-Museum | ||||
| Ruhrtalmuseum | ||||
| SIKU//WIKING Modellwelt | ||||
| Spritzenhaus | ||||
| Stadtarchiv Hemer | ||||
| Städtisches Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Werdohl | ||||
| TMS Verkehrshistorische Ausstellung Galerie | ||||
| Westfälisches Karnevalsmuseum |
Libraries in Menden
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bezirksbibliothek Herringen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bezirksbibliothek Rhynern | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Landsberg-Velen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei im Bahnhof | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorte-Hillecke-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek Holzwickede | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Bönen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Nachrodt | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei Maria Frieden | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Bonifatius | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Peter | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Sophia | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei Zur Heiligen Familie Westtünnen | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrbücherei am Karlsplatz | 0.0 | |||||
| Schulbuecherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Hüsten | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Neheim | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Altena | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Bergkamen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Fröndenberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Hamm | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Hemer | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn Zweigstelle Letmathe | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn Zweigstelle Letmathe | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Kamen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Lüdenscheid | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Plettenberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei u. Zelius Neuenrade | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Werdohl | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Werne | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Aplerbeck | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Aplerbeck | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbibliothek Scharnhorst | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei Brackel | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei Hohenlimburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtteilbücherei Hohenlimburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Varnhagensche Bibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Menden
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Am Markt | |||||
| Bauking | |||||
| Bürgermeister-Schmerbeck-Platz | |||||
| Elseyer Dorfplatz | |||||
| Elseyer Dorfplatz | |||||
| Kirchplatz | |||||
| Markt Königsborn | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz Brackel | |||||
| Marktplatz Brackel | |||||
| Marktplatz Hamm | |||||
| Neheimer Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Platz der Generationen | |||||
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Wurstmarkt Unna |
Hotels in Menden
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Menden
26 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Menden
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Menden
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Menden
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Menden
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Menden
8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Menden
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Menden
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Menden
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Menden
11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Menden
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Menden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammona Braumanufaktur GbR | ||||
| Privatbrauerei Heinrich | ||||
| Vormann Brauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Menden
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Menden
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesselbacher Gletscher | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skiarena Hahnenbecke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skihang Tüppel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Menden
48 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cologne Bonn Airport | CGN | Large Airport |
| Dortmund Airport | DTM | Large Airport |
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | Large Airport |
| Siegerland Airport | SGE | Medium Airport |
| Ahlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altena-Hegenscheid Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Menden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Ruhrwiese Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Attendorn-Finnentrop Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beelen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bergneustadt-Auf dem Dümpel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Betzdorf-Kirchen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bonn-Hangelar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borghorst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkenberge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bottenhorn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drensteinfurt Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Everswinkel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hagen-Hof-Wahl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hamm-Lippewiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hengsen-Opherdicke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hirzenhain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hünsborn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Iserlohn-Rheinermark Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Iserlohn-Sümmern Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kamen-Heeren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lindlar Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lünen-Lippeweiden Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Marl-Loemühle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meinerzhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Menden-Barge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meschede-Schüren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Metelen Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Münster-Telgte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oelde Bergeler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oeventrop-Ruhrwiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ottmarsbocholt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plettenberg-Hüinghausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Radevormwald-Leye Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Reichshof-Eckenhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schameder Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schmallenberg-Rennefeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siegen-Eisernhardt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Soest-Bad Sassendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Waltrop Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Werdohl-Küntrop Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Westerenger Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wipperfürth-Neye Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Menden
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Deutsche Post Filiale | |
| DHL Postfiliale 543 | |
| Lotto-Tabak-Presse-Wette |
Treatment Centers in Menden
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Gut Sassenscheid | ||
| Ruhrtalklinik Wickede |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Menden
22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aloysius Kapelle | |
| Bußkreuz | |
| Erlöserkirche Bösperde | |
| Friedhofskapelle | |
| Heilig-Geist-Kirche | |
| Heiligenhäuschen | |
| Hl.-Kreuz-Kirche | |
| Jesus begegnet seiner betrübten Mutter | |
| Kapelle | |
| Katholische Kirche Barge | |
| Lahrkapelle | |
| Ludwig-Steil-Haus | |
| Paul-Gerhardt-Haus | |
| St. Hubertus Kapelle | |
| St. Maria Magdalena | |
| St. Marien | |
| St. Michaelskapelle | |
| St. Paulus | |
| St. Vincenz Kirche | |
| St.-Antonius-von-Padua-Kapelle |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Menden
What is the population of Menden?
Menden has a population of 52,452 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 1,480 people per square mile, spread across 35.4 square miles.
Is Menden expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,914, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,200 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $426 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 Menden?
Menden 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 63°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Menden?
There are 2,046 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Menden?
The median home value in Menden is $85,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $426. The homeownership rate is 46.5%.