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Otterndorf, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Otterndorf is a small city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 6,965. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Otterndorf
Otterndorf is a town on the coast of the North Sea in the federal state of Lower Saxony, Germany, and is part of the collective municipality of Land Hadeln. The town, located in the administrative district of Cuxhaven, is at the mouth of the river Medem, part of the Elbe delta. The old town centre (Altstadt) features a number of half-timbered houses.
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| Population | 6,965 |
| Population Density | 570 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.8116°, 8.9021° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.1 inches (1,273 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 20.5 inches (52 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,394 |
About Otterndorf
Otterndorf is a small city in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 6,965. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Otterndorf vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,394 |
| 60% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 272 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,400 |
| 65% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $497 |
| 57% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 52.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 47.8% |
| Housing Units | 2,786 |
Property Tax
Climate in Otterndorf
Otterndorf has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 827 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 12.2 sq mi (31.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 570/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.8116°N, 8.9021°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Otterndorf has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Otterndorf
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gymnasium Otterndorf | — | — | — | — |
| Johann-Heinrich-Voß-Realschule | — | — | — | — |
| Hauptschule Otterndorf | — | — | — | — |
| Volkshochschule | — | — | — | — |
| Schulzentrum Otterndorf | — | — | — | — |
| Grundschule Otterndorf | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Otterndorf
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mittelweser | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NSR Stadtradio | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio WNK | ethno, oldies | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Otterndorf
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Börde-Museum | ||||
| Deutsches U-Boot-Museum | ||||
| Deutsches Zementmuseum | ||||
| Freimaurer Museum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Neuenwalde | ||||
| Heimatstube Oberndorf | ||||
| Hemmorium | ||||
| Historische Seilerei / Reeperbahn | ||||
| Historischer Kornspeicher | ||||
| Historischer Lernort Neulandhalle | ||||
| Holländer-Windmühle Bederkesa | ||||
| J.-H.-Voß-Literaturmuseum | ||||
| Joachim-Ringelnatz-Museum | ||||
| Kanalmuseum ATRIUM | ||||
| Kranichhaus | ||||
| MoorInformationsZentrum Ahlenmoor | ||||
| Museum Burg Bederkesa | ||||
| Museum des Handwerks | ||||
| Museum gegenstandsfreier Kunst | ||||
| Natureum Niederelbe | ||||
| Norddeutsches Radiomuseum | ||||
| Puppenstube Otterndorf | ||||
| Skatclubmuseum | ||||
| Stadtgalerie im Elbeforum | ||||
| Waldmuseum Wingst | ||||
| Windstärke 10 | ||||
| Worth-Huus | ||||
| Zeitwache |
Libraries in Otterndorf
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei – Sommercamp Otterndorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Cuxhaven | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Otterndorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Geestland – Bad Bederkesa | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Marne | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Otterndorf
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarktplatz |
Hotels in Otterndorf
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otterndorf
16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Otterndorf
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Otterndorf
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Otterndorf
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Otterndorf
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Otterndorf
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otterndorf
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Otterndorf
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Otterndorf
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Otterndorf
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alte Liebe Cuxhaven | ||||
| Dithmarscher Privatbrauerei Karl Hintz | ||||
| Dithmarscher Privatbrauerei Karl Hintz |
Stadiums & Teams in Otterndorf
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Otterndorf
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hohn Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Schleswig Air Base | WBG | Medium Airport |
| Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase | FCN | Medium Airport |
| Blexen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Heide-Büsum Airport | HEI | Small Airport |
| Hellingst Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Husum-Schwesing Airport | QHU | Small Airport |
| Hüttenbusch Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Itzehoe Hungriger Wolf Airfield | IZE | Small Airport |
| Karlshöfen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kührstedt-Bederkesa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lauenbrück Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nordholz-Spieka Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Offenbüttel Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Oldenburg-Hatten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Osterholz-Scharmbeck Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rendsburg-Schachtholm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rotenburg (Wümme) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sankt Michaelisdonn Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sankt Peter-Ording Airport | PSH | Small Airport |
| Schleswig-Kropp Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Seedorf Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stade Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tarmstedt Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Otterndorf
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postagentur |
Treatment Centers in Otterndorf
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Klinik Nordseedeich | ||
| Kurklinik Strandrobbe | ||
| Reha Centrum Cuxhaven |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otterndorf
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Heilig Kreuz | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche | |
| Sankt Severi-Kirche |
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What is the population of Otterndorf?
Otterndorf has a population of 6,965 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 570 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles.
Is Otterndorf expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,394, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $99,400 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $497 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Otterndorf?
Otterndorf has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.1 inches, with 20.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Otterndorf?
There are 272 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Otterndorf?
The median home value in Otterndorf is $99,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $497. The homeownership rate is 52.2%.