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Schapen, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Schapen is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 2,444. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Schapen
Schapen is a municipality in the Emsland district, in Lower Saxony, Germany.
People
Economy
C+Housing
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| Population | 2,444 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.4000°, 7.5667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.1 inches (764 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.7 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,521 |
About Schapen
Schapen is a small town in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 2,444. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Schapen vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,521 |
| 59% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 95 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,400 |
| 73% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $377 |
| 68% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.0% |
| Housing Units | 978 |
Property Tax
Climate in Schapen
Schapen has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 840 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 23.0 sq mi (59.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.4000°N, 7.5667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Schapen has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.8").
Schools in Schapen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ev. Grundschule Schale | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Schapen | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Schapen
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio RST | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kiepenkerl Songwriter | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Brillux Radio | - | AAC | |
| Skamusic Münster | ska | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Shake!FM | funk, hip-hop | MP3 | |
| Radio Osnabrück | undefined | MP3 | |
| Antenne Münster | local news, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Iceradio Germany | electro industrial darkwave ebm futurepop synthpop goth | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Mottekstrehle | - | MP3 16 kbps | |
| Osradio 104,8 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Jamz69 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| OS-Radio | pop music, regional | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Schützenfest im Radio | aktuell, ballermann | MP3 128 kbps | |
| AngelsFox-Radio | discofox+schlager | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Schapen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alte Ruthemühle | ||||
| August Holländer Museum | ||||
| Bienenmuseum | ||||
| DA Kunsthaus Kloster Gravenhorst | ||||
| Emslandmuseum | ||||
| Europäische Märchengesellschaft | ||||
| Falkenhof-Museum | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Haus Nieland | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Anton Hilckmann | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Höckel | ||||
| Hölscherhof | ||||
| Imkereimuseum | ||||
| Knappenverein | ||||
| Kornbrennerei-Museum | ||||
| Krone Museum | ||||
| Kutscherhaus | ||||
| Landmaschinenmuseum | ||||
| Meyers Haus | ||||
| Mineralienmuseum Mettingen | ||||
| Motorradmuseum | ||||
| Münsterländisches Feldbahnmuseum e.V. | ||||
| Puppenmuseum | ||||
| Schulmuseum | ||||
| Speicher-Museum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Ibbenbüren | ||||
| Tüöttenmuseum | ||||
| Wannenmacher Museum |
Libraries in Schapen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek Campus Lingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek der IGS und Samtgemeinde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Mesum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Anna, Neuenkirchen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherstele (Büchertausch) | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath Öffentliche Bibliothek St Cyriacus | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Ludgerus Elte | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrbürerei St. Philippus und Jacobus | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Lingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Ibbenbüren | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Schapen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Am Brink | |||||
| Kirchplatz | |||||
| Markt Rheine | |||||
| Marktplatz Recke | |||||
| Neumarkt | |||||
| Oberer Markt |
Restaurants in Schapen
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Schapen
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Schapen
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Schapen
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Schapen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back- und Brauhaus | ||||
| Brauerei Rolinck | ||||
| Private Brewery of Laggenbeck |
Stadiums & Teams in Schapen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Schapen
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | Large Airport |
| Twente Airport | ENS | Medium Airport |
| Ahlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Alte Ems Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Atterheide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beelen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borghorst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkenberge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Damme Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dankern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dorsten-Am Kanal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drensteinfurt Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Everswinkel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Achmer | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Nordhorn-Lingen | - | Small Airport |
| Gemen-Kirchspiel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hamm-Lippewiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meppen Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Metelen Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Münster-Telgte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oelde Bergeler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oldenburg-Hatten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ottmarsbocholt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Quakenbrück Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Bentlage Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Eschendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stadskanaal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stadtlohn-Vreden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinberg in Surwold Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varrelbusch Airfield | VAC | Small Airport |
| Veendam Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Schapen
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| St.-Elisabeth-Hospital | ||
| TPZ Therapie- und Präventionszentrum Ibbenbüren |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Schapen
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Evangelisch-reformierte Gemeinde Schapen | |
| Evangelische Kirche | |
| Friedhofskapelle | |
| St. Ludgerus |
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What is the population of Schapen?
Schapen has a population of 2,444 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 23.0 square miles.
Is Schapen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,521, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,400 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $377 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Schapen?
Schapen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Schapen?
There are 95 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Schapen?
The median home value in Schapen is $75,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $377. The homeownership rate is 70.0%.