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Schleiden, Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia · Germany
Schleiden is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 14,160. Elevation: 1,204 ft (367 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 14,160 |
| Population Density | 281 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5290°, 6.4769° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.4 inches (1,102 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 29.5 inches (75 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $29,413 |
About Schleiden
Schleiden is a small city in Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia) with a population of 14,160. The city sits at an elevation of 1,204 feet (367 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Schleiden vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $29,413 |
| 61% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 552 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $81,400 |
| 71% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $407 |
| 65% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 58.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.3% |
| Housing Units | 5,664 |
Property Tax
Climate in Schleiden
Schleiden has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (1°C). Average annual precipitation is 774 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Area | 50.5 sq mi (130.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 281/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5290°N, 6.4769°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.5 in |
Schleiden has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 34°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Schleiden
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| kath. Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Städtisches Johannes-Sturmius-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Clara-Fey-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Städtische Realschule Schleiden | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Sistig | - | - | - | - |
| Astrid-Lindgren-Schule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Schleiden
73 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDR 5 | information, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WDR4 | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WDR 2 Rheinland | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Techno Lovers FM Vocal Trance | electro | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TOGGO Radio | children, kids | MP3 | |
| 100,5 Das Hitradio (BE) | hits, lederland | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WDR Sportschau - 2. Fussball Bundesliga-Konferenz LIVE | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0R - BEETHOVEN - CLASSICAL || Classical, Orchestra, Symphony, Piano, Strings, Chamber Music, Concertos, Solo Instrument, Elegant, Relaxing, Timeless, Melodic, Instrumental, Calm, Meditative | beethoven, chamber | MP3 192 kbps | |
| # PartyHits - Dein Musikmix aus Ballermann, Apres Ski, Wiesn, Karneval, Silvesterparty, TOP 100 Party, Malle, Nonstop, DJ LIVE, Abriss, Feier, Bass, Feiermusik, Partymusik, Apres ski Party, Fussball Hits | "bob", # | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RTL Radio Lëtzebuerg (LU) | - | AAC 6452 kbps | |
| TOGGO Radio Party | children, childrens music | MP3 | |
| SUEDSTADT TECHNO | deep house, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Slonsky Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ntv Live Audio | live audio, n-tv | MP3 | |
| 1LIVE -- (https) | ard, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BlackBeats.FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| * KARNEVAL || Fasching, Fastnacht, Alaaf, Helau, Jeck, Jeckenparty, Karnevalsparty, Schunkeln, Stimmungsmusik, Feierlaune, Gute-Laune-Hits, Mitsinghits, Kölsche Hits, Karnevalshits, Rosenmontag, Weiberfastnacht, Straßenkarneval, Kostümparty, Narrensession | alaaf, carnival | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Eldoradio (LU) | pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| WDR 5 [aac] | information, news talk | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio RSG | 00s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Euskirchen | local news, news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WDR Cosmo Vintage | intercultural, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers.fm - Minimal | electro, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| #1 - NICHT EINSCHALTEN -- !!! Nichts außer House - EDM - HipHop - RnB - Techno - TechHouse - Top 40 Charts - Latin - Afro - Sunset - Beach - DJ Mixtape RADIO | #1, #top | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Evosonic Radio | breaks, d&b | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Deutschlandradio Kultur | popular culture | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers.fm - Techno | techno | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Altstastwelle | karnevalsmusik, kölsche balladen | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers.fm - Techhouse | house, techno | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DOMRADIO | cathedral, church | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers.fm - Trance | electro, trance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WDR Sportschau - 1. Fussball Bundesliga-Konferenz LIVE | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pulloverdisko | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Eldoradio (RU) | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio 90s | 1990s, 90's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ELDORADIO - Chill Channel (LU) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| ELDORADIO - Alternative Channel (LU) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Technolovers.fm - House | electro, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| dublab DE | community, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hochschulradio Aachen | college radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Impact FM (FR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 4910 (BE) | culture, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BRF2 Radio (BE) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BRF1 Radio (BE) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Retrowelle 2 - Das Melodienradio (neu) | eurovision, oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Popexpress | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| TECHNOTHORIUM | dark techno, techno | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100,5 DAS HITRADIO Alemannia-Livestream | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antenne AC | pop, variety | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Köln FC-Radio | football | MP3 128 kbps | |
| PANORAMA80 | 80s, ebm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio ZO-NWS (NL) | local music, local news | MP3 | |
| FINN Radio One | chillout, hip-hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WRD2 - Aachen und Region | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 100,7 (LU) | blues rock, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTL Radio Lëtzebuerg | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Nürburgring powered by RPR1. | autorace, autorennen | AAC | |
| Radio Nürburgring @RPR1. | motorsport, nürburgring | MP3 | |
| Radio 700 (BE) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Impact FM (BE) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio 700 | schlager | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100,5 Das Hitradio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Retrowelle 2 - Das Melodienradio | eurovision, oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kölncampus | alternative, campus radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kultradio24 | 00's, 00s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Rur | lokalradio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Pulheim 97.2 | variety | MP3 | |
| Wohltat Radio | various | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio De Musketiers (NL) | 24/7, various music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Zuyd (NL) | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technotune | house, minimal | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTV Parkstad (NL) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Jeckradio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Schleiden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alte Schule Wollseifen | ||||
| ArsFIGURA | ||||
| ArsKRIPPANA | ||||
| Bauernmuseum | ||||
| Bauernmuseum | ||||
| Bergbau-Museum | ||||
| Besucherbergwerk Grube Wohlfahrt | ||||
| Besucherbergwerk Grube Wohlfahrt | ||||
| Burg Museum | ||||
| Burgenmuseum | ||||
| Druckereimuseum | ||||
| Ehem. Ausweichsitz der Landesregierung NRW | ||||
| Eifelmuseum | ||||
| Eifelmuseum Blankenheim | ||||
| Eisenbahnmuseum Jünkerath | ||||
| Erlebnismuseum Lernort Natur | ||||
| Fotografie-Forum der StädteRegion Aachen | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Kommern | ||||
| Geologische Sammlung und Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Haus der Fossilien -"Alte Schmiede" | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Enzen | ||||
| Hubert Salentin-Museum | ||||
| Kriminalhaus | ||||
| Landwirtschaftlicher Museumshof | ||||
| LZB-Bunker Mechernich-Satzvey | ||||
| Museum Hürtgenwald 1944 und im Frieden | ||||
| Museum of the german red cross | ||||
| Museumsstellwerk - Lissendorf | ||||
| Opel-Oldtimer-Museum | ||||
| Römerthermen Zülpich Museum der Badekultur | ||||
| Rotes Haus | ||||
| Sanitätsbunker Simonskall | ||||
| Sparkassen Museum | ||||
| Tiergartentunnel | ||||
| Vogelsang International Place | ||||
| Wetterpark | ||||
| Wir Rheinländer | ||||
| Zülpicher Geschichtswerkstatt |
Libraries in Schleiden
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Ev. Christus-Kirchengemeinde Zülpich - Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Evangelische Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Blankenheim | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Simmerath | 0.0 | |||||
| Haus der Begegnung | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei Schmidtheim | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Pfarrbücherei Kommern | 0.0 | |||||
| Literaturhaus Nettersheim mit Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrzentrum Untermaubach | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Schleiden | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Mechernich | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Monschau | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Zülpich | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Schleiden
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frischemarkt, Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Dahlem | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Kommern | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Mechernich |
Hotels in Schleiden
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Schleiden
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Schleiden
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Schleiden
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Schleiden
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Schleiden
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Schleiden
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Schleiden
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Schleiden
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Schleiden
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Schleiden
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Schleiden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Joh. Cramer & Cie. KG | ||||
| Brauerei Viertelvorvier | ||||
| Gemünder Brauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Schleiden
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Schleiden
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val de Wanne (ski alpin) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Weißer Stein | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Alpin Ovifat | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Schleiden
40 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cologne Bonn Airport | CGN | Large Airport |
| Maastricht Aachen Airport | MST | Large Airport |
| Büchel Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Geilenkirchen Air Base | GKE | Medium Airport |
| Mönchengladbach Airport | MGL | Medium Airport |
| Nörvenich Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Spangdahlem Air Base | SPM | Medium Airport |
| Aachen-Merzbrück Airport | AAH | Small Airport |
| Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bergheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bitburg Airport | BBJ | Small Airport |
| Bonn-Hangelar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Büllingen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dahlemer Binz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Daun-Senheld Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Düren-Hürtgenwald Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Düsseldorf-Wolfsaap Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Elsenborn Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Ernzen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gustorfer Höhe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Heinsberg-Selfkant Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hinterweiler Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kückhoven Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langenfeld-Wiescheid Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leverkusen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Linnich-Boslar Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Morschenich Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neumagen-Dhron Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schinveld Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Spa-La Sauvenière Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stolberg-Diepenlinchen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Theux (Verviers) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Traben-Trarbach/Mont Royal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Trier-Föhren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Utscheid Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Vettweiß-Soller ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Wanlo Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Weilerswist UL | - | Small Airport |
| Wershofen/Eifel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wiltz-Noertrange Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Schleiden
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postfiliale 686 |
Treatment Centers in Schleiden
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dürener Rehabilitationszentrum |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Schleiden
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Evangelische Kirche Gemünd | |
| Filialkirche St. Josef Oberhausen | |
| Katholische Kapelle | |
| Sankt Katharina | |
| Schloßkirche St. Philippus und Jakobus | |
| St. Johann Baptist | |
| St. Nikolaus | |
| St. Stephanus | |
| St. Trinitatis |
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What is the population of Schleiden?
Schleiden has a population of 14,160 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 281 people per square mile, spread across 50.5 square miles.
Is Schleiden expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,413, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $81,400 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $407 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Schleiden?
Schleiden 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 62°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 29.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Schleiden?
There are 552 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Schleiden?
The median home value in Schleiden is $81,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $407. The homeownership rate is 58.7%.