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Plasencia, Spain
Extremadura · Spain
Plasencia is a mid-size city in Extremadura, Spain with a population of 40,141. Elevation: 1,207 ft (368 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 40,141 |
| Population Density | 227 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,207 ft (368 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0312°, -6.0885° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Extremadura |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.8 inches (604 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Plasencia
Plasencia is a mid-size city in Spain (Extremadura) with a population of 40,141. The city sits at an elevation of 1,207 feet (368 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Plasencia vs Spain Average
Income: Plasencia vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 3,051 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Plasencia
Plasencia has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 556 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,207 ft (368 m) |
| Area | 176.7 sq mi (457.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 227/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0312°N, 6.0885°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
Plasencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Plasencia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facultad de Podología y Enfermería | University | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Quercus | College | — | — |
| UEx Campus Universitario de Plasencia | College | — | — |
| Universidad a Distancia UNED Plasencia | University | — | — |
Schools in Plasencia
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Inés de Suárez | — | — | — | — |
| CPEE Ponce de León | — | — | — | — |
| CEI La Data | — | — | — | — |
| CEI Félix Rodríguez de la Fuente | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público San Miguel Arcángel | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Sierra Santa Bárbara | — | — | — | — |
| CEI La Data | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Señora Madre Matilde | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Santiago Ramón y Cajal | — | — | — | — |
| La Salle Plasencia | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria La Paz | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Alfonso VIII | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San José, S. Coop. | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Gabriel y Galán | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Pérez Comendador | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Virgen del Puerto | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público Miralvalle | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria San Calixto | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santísima Trinidad | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Valle del Jerte | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Pilar | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Parque de Monfragüe | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Plasencia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Plasencia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa-Museo de Gabriel y Galán | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de Cáparra | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de los Pueblos de Colonización | ||||
| Complejo Cultural Santa María | ||||
| Exposicion Animales Naturalizados | ||||
| La Cabina | ||||
| Legado Dr. Sayans | ||||
| Molino de Aceite | ||||
| Museo Catedralicio | ||||
| Museo de la Caza Duque de Arión | ||||
| Museo de la Moto Clásica | ||||
| Museo del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico y Textil Pérez Enciso | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museo Pérez Comendador-Leroux |
Libraries in Plasencia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Aula de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal "Agustín Arrojo Muñoz" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal "Sebastián Jaráiz" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal La Data | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Plasencia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Abastos |
Hotels in Plasencia
11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Plasencia
20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Plasencia
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Plasencia
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Plasencia
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Plasencia
5 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Plasencia
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Plasencia
11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Plasencia
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Plasencia
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Plasencia
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Plasencia
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Plasencia
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Plasencia
22 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Plasencia
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Plasencia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveza Cerex | ||||
| Cerveza Cerex | ||||
| El Globo |
Stadiums & Teams in Plasencia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Plasencia
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de esquí Sierra de Béjar - La Covatilla | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Plasencia
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroclub Cáceres | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Belvis de Monroy | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Coria | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Aldeacentenara | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Piedrahita | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo el Maíllo | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Navalmoral de la Mata | — | Small Airport |
| El Rinconcillo de Guadalupe | — | Small Airport |
| Pueblonuevo de Miramontes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Plasencia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Treatment Centers in Plasencia
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación de Enfermedades Mentales de Menores |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Plasencia
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Santísima Trinidad | |
| Catedral de Plasencia | |
| Cristo de las Batallas | |
| Ermita de la Salud | |
| Ermita de San Lorenzo | |
| Iglesia de La Magdalena | |
| Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Pilar | |
| Iglesia de San Esteban | |
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia de San Martín | |
| Iglesia de San Nicolás | |
| Iglesia de Santa Teresa | |
| Iglesia del Cristo Resucitado | |
| Iglesia Santa Elena | |
| Parroquia del Salvador | |
| San Juan | |
| San Pedro | |
| Santuario Virgen del Puerto |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Plasencia
What is the population of Plasencia?
Plasencia has a population of 40,141 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 227 people per square mile, spread across 176.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Plasencia 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 Plasencia?
Plasencia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches.
How is the job market in Plasencia?
There are 3,051 business establishments in the area.