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Mérida, Spain
Extremadura · Spain
Mérida is a mid-size city in Extremadura, Spain with a population of 59,857. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 59,857 |
| Population Density | 105 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9180°, -6.3429° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Extremadura |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.0 inches (534 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Mérida
Mérida is a mid-size city in Spain (Extremadura) with a population of 59,857. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Mérida vs Spain Average
Income: Mérida vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 4,549 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Mérida
Mérida has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (29°C), the coldest is Jan (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 475 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 568.1 sq mi (1,471.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9180°N, 6.3429°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Mérida has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 47°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Mérida
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academia Guardia Civil Tráfico | College | — | — |
| C.P San Gregorio | College | — | — |
| Centro Universitario de Mérida | University | — | — |
| Universidad de Extremadura - Centro Universitario de Mérida | University | — | — |
| Universidad de Extremadura - Centro Universitario de Mérida | University | — | — |
Schools in Mérida
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. P. Miguel de Cervantes | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Salesiano "María Auxiliadora" | — | — | — | — |
| Atenea | — | — | — | — |
| Dión Casio | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Maximiliano Macías | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Albarregas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio "Santa Eulalia" - Escolapias | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Ciudad de Mérida | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público Trajano | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Francisco Giner de los Ríos | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Santa Eulalia | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Federico García Lorca | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Extremadura | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Sáenz de Buruaga | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público de Educación Especial Emérita Augusta | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Emérita Augusta | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mérida
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Almendralejo | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Crónicas Folk | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mérida
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aula de la Naturaleza de Arroyo de San Serván | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Agua del Parque Natural de Cornalvo | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Circo Romano | ||||
| Museo Abierto de Mérida | ||||
| Museo del Arte Visigodo | ||||
| Museo Nacional de Arte Romano |
Libraries in Mérida
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Juan Pablo Forner | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de Alange | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública del Estado Jesús Delgado Valhondo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Museo de Geología de Extremadura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mérida
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadillo Semanal | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Calatrava | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Las Mercedes |
Hotels in Mérida
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mérida
62 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mérida
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mérida
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mérida
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mérida
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mérida
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mérida
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mérida
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mérida
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mérida
21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mérida
15 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mérida
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mérida
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecera Libre |
Stadiums & Teams in Mérida
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mérida
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Badajoz Airport | BJZ | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclub Cáceres | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Aldeacentenara | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Royanejos | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Valdetorres | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Virgen de La Estrella | — | Small Airport |
| Altarejos-Guadalcanal Private Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campo de Vuelo Casimiro Patiño | — | Small Airport |
| Don Benito | — | Small Airport |
| El Manantío Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| El Molinillo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| El Moral Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Rinconcillo de Guadalupe | — | Small Airport |
| Morante Airfield | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Mérida
27 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Acueducto de los Milagros | ||
| Acueducto de San Lázaro | ||
| Alcazaba de Mérida | ||
| Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida | Cultural | 1993 |
| Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida | ||
| Basílica Casa Herrera | ||
| Basílica de Santa Eulalia | ||
| Casa del Anfiteatro | ||
| Casa del Mitreo | ||
| Circo Romano de Mérida | ||
| Concatedral de Santa María la Mayor | ||
| Conjunto Arqueológico de Mérida | ||
| Embalse de Proserpina | ||
| Foro Romano | ||
| Iglesia de Santa Clara | ||
| Los Columbarios | ||
| Museo Nacional de Arte Romano | ||
| Obelisco de Santa Eulalia | ||
| Pozos de Nieve | ||
| presa romana de Cornalvo | ||
| Puente Romano | ||
| Puente Romano de la Puerta | ||
| Templo de Culto Imperial | ||
| Templo de Diana | ||
| Torre Albarrana y Muralla Romana | ||
| Trajan Arch | ||
| Xenodoquio |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mérida
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basílica de Santa Eulalia | |
| Concatedral de Santa María la Mayor | |
| Ermita de la Antigua | |
| Iglesia de los Milagros | |
| Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| Parroquia de Cristo Rey - El Calvario | |
| Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario | |
| Parroquia del Perpetuo Socorro | |
| S.tma Virgen de la Amargura |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Mérida
35 places within 15 km
- • Acueducto de Los Milagros
- • Acueducto de los Milagros
- • Alcazaba de Mérida
- • Antiguo cuartel de artillería Hernán Cortés
- • Arco de Trajano
- + 22 more
- • Acueducto de los Milagros
- • Acueducto de los Milagros
- • Acueducto de los Milagros
- • Ermita de San Serván y San Germán
- • Pórtico del Foro Romano
- + 1 more
- • Mirador de Proserpina
- • Mirador de Proserpina
🇪🇸 About Spain
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Mérida
Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mérida
What is the population of Mérida?
Mérida has a population of 59,857 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 568.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Mérida expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Mérida?
Mérida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.0 inches.
How is the job market in Mérida?
There are 4,549 business establishments in the area.