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Munster, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Munster is a small city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 17,746. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Munster
Munster, also called Munster (Örtze) or formerly Munsterlager, is a small town in the district of Heidekreis, in Lower Saxony, Germany almost equidistant from Hamburg and Hanover. The town is home to the German Army's largest garrison and is situated between the two training areas of Munster North and Munster South. It is also the fourth largest garrison in the German Armed Forces. The German Chemical Defence Research Establishment and the Society for the disposal of chemical warfare agents and old armaments GmbH (Ltd.) (GEKA) are located in Munster.
People
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| Population | 17,746 |
| Population Density | 191 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.9857°, 10.0876° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.8 inches (758 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.8 inches (20 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,299 |
About Munster
Munster is a small city in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 17,746. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Munster vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,299 |
| 62% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 692 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $425 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 43.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 57.0% |
| Housing Units | 7,098 |
Property Tax
Climate in Munster
Munster has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 698 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 93.0 sq mi (240.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.9857°N, 10.0876°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
Munster has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Munster
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schulzentrum Schützenwald | — | — | — | — |
| Gymnasium Munster | — | — | — | — |
| Grund- und Förderschule Munster | — | — | — | — |
| Grundschule Breloh | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Munster
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ankerherz | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Bomfisch Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Zusa | — | OGG | |
| Volkseigener Rundfunk Sachsen | soul | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Karl-Marx-Stadt | electronic | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Zusa | — | OGG | |
| Dancefox Radio | international | MP3 | |
| Radio Zusa | — | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Radio PSR LEIPZIG | emo | MP3 | |
| Radio Zusa | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Oldiefans - Das Original | 2000er, 60er | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Munster
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert König Museum | ||||
| Archäologisches Museum Oldendorf / Luhe | ||||
| Bienenwelten | ||||
| Bienenwelten | ||||
| De Emhoff | ||||
| Deutsches Panzermuseum | ||||
| Dresslers Hus | ||||
| Erlebnisschmiede | ||||
| felto - Filzwelt Soltau | ||||
| Gedenkstätte Bergen-Belsen | ||||
| Haus der Stille | ||||
| Heidemuseum | ||||
| Heidemuseum Dat Ole Hus | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Hof Breidings Garten | ||||
| Kuriseum | ||||
| Luftbrückenmuseum | ||||
| Museum Römstedthaus | ||||
| Ollershof | ||||
| Peetshof | ||||
| Peetshof | ||||
| Rathaus | ||||
| Schlauchturm Salzhausen | ||||
| Spielmuseum | ||||
| Spökenkieker |
Libraries in Munster
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek Waldmühle | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeinde Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Faßberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Südheide | 0.0 | |||||
| Public library | 0.0 | |||||
| Samtgemeindebücherei Salzhausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Munster
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz Undeloh | |||||
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Soltauer Wochenmarkt |
Hotels in Munster
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Munster
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Munster
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Munster
2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Munster
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Munster
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Munster
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Munster
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Munster
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Munster
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Munster
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Munster
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewery De Lütte - A7 Evendorf | ||||
| De Lütte | ||||
| Egestorfer Fuhrenbräu |
Stadiums & Teams in Munster
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Munster
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport | HAM | Large Airport |
| Hannover Airport | HAJ | Large Airport |
| Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport | BWE | Medium Airport |
| Celle Army Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Faßberg Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport | XFW | Medium Airport |
| Wunstorf Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Ahrenlohe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Berliner Heide Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Boberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Celle-Arloh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Deisterflieger UL | — | Small Airport |
| Fischbek Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fresh Breeze UL | — | Small Airport |
| Grambeker Heide Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Großes Moor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hodenhagen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Holtorfsloh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Höpen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Katensen private UL strip | — | Small Airport |
| Lauenbrück Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lüneburg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Neu-Gülze Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Oppershausen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Peine-Glindbruchkippe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rotenburg (Wümme) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Scheuen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sonderlandeplatz Meißendorf-Brunsiek | — | Small Airport |
| Stade Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stüde Bernsteinsee Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Teldau-Amholz Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Uelzen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Uetersen-Heist Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ummern Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Walsrode-Luisenhöhe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wenzendorf Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wilsche Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Worth Ultralight strip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Munster
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post office |
Treatment Centers in Munster
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| MEDICLIN Klinikum Soltau |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Munster
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Friedenskirche | |
| Sankt Urbani | |
| Schafstallkirche St. Martin | |
| St. Michael | |
| St. Stephanus Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Munster?
Munster has a population of 17,746 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 93.0 square miles.
Is Munster expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,299, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Munster?
Munster has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Munster?
There are 692 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Munster?
The median home value in Munster is $85,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $425. The homeownership rate is 43.0%.