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Salzwedel, Germany
Saxony-Anhalt · Germany
Salzwedel is a small city in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 21,058. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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People
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| Population | 21,058 |
| Population Density | 167 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.8544°, 11.1525° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Saxony-Anhalt |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.7 inches (552 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.0 inches (13 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,895 |
About Salzwedel
Salzwedel is a small city in Germany (Saxony-Anhalt) with a population of 21,058. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 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 21.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Salzwedel vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,895 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 821 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $74,400 |
| 74% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $372 |
| 68% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 41.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 41.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 58.5% |
| Housing Units | 8,423 |
Property Tax
Climate in Salzwedel
Salzwedel has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.4°C), the coldest is Jan (1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 571 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 126.2 sq mi (326.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8544°N, 11.1525°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in |
Salzwedel has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Salzwedel
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekundarschule G.-E. Lessing | — | — | — | — |
| Jenny-Marx-Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| VHS Salzwedel | — | — | — | — |
| BBS Salzwedel | — | — | — | — |
| Jeetzeschule | — | — | — | — |
| Comenius Sekundarschule | — | — | — | — |
| G. - E. Lessing Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| Perver-Grundschule | — | — | — | — |
| Friedrich-Ludwig-Jahn-Gymnasium | — | — | — | — |
| Evangelische Grundschule Stephan Praetorius | — | — | — | — |
| Schule unterm Regenbogen | — | — | — | — |
| Pestalozzi-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| VHS Salzwedel | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Salzwedel
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hasi from Hell | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Salzwedel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altes Wachhaus | ||||
| Amtsturm | ||||
| Danneil-Museum | ||||
| Das Blaue Haus | ||||
| Historisches Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Jenny-Marx-Haus | ||||
| Langobardenwerkstatt | ||||
| Museum Wustrow | ||||
| Rundlingsmuseum Wendland | ||||
| Stones Fan Museum | ||||
| Waldemarturm |
Libraries in Salzwedel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek Beetzendorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Clenze | 0.0 | |||||
| Nicolas-Born-Bibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Samtgemeindebücherei Lüchow | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadt- und Kreisbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadt- und Kreisbibliothek Klötze | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Salzwedel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salzwedeler Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Dannenberg | |||||
| Wochenmarkt in Lüchow |
Hotels in Salzwedel
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salzwedel
18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Salzwedel
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Salzwedel
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Salzwedel
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Salzwedel
2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Salzwedel
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Salzwedel
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Salzwedel
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Salzwedel
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Salzwedel
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Salzwedel
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Salzwedel
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Salzwedel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WendlandBräu |
Stadiums & Teams in Salzwedel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salzwedel
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport | BWE | Medium Airport |
| Bobzin Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Burg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gardelegen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grambeker Heide Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Große Wiese Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Klein Gartz Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kunrau-Jahrstedt Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lüchow-Rehbeck Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lüneburg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Neu-Gülze Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Neustadt-Glewe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parchim Sport Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Perleberg Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Rote Wiese Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Salzgitter-Drütte Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stendal-Borstel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stüde Bernsteinsee Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tangeln Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Teldau-Amholz Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Uelzen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ummern Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wilsche Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Worth Ultralight strip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Salzwedel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| LPT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salzwedel
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Archegemeinde | |
| Dorfkirche Kemnitz | |
| Dorfkirche Ritze | |
| Freikirche der Siebenten-Tags-Adventisten | |
| Friedhofskapelle St. Marien | |
| Heilig-Geist-Kirche | |
| Katharinenkirche | |
| Kirche Brewitz | |
| Kirche Kricheldorf | |
| Lorenzkirche | |
| Marienkirche | |
| Mönchskirche | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche | |
| Sankt Georg | |
| St. Stephan | |
| St.-Gertrauden-Kapelle |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Salzwedel
What is the population of Salzwedel?
Salzwedel has a population of 21,058 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 167 people per square mile, spread across 126.2 square miles.
Is Salzwedel expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,895, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,400 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $372 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 Salzwedel?
Salzwedel 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 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Salzwedel?
There are 821 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Salzwedel?
The median home value in Salzwedel is $74,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $372. The homeownership rate is 41.5%.