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Schwalmtal, Germany

Hesse · Germany

Schwalmtal is a small town in Hesse, Germany with a population of 3,159. Elevation: 1,142 ft (348 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,159 Population 43/sq mi density
1,142 ft Elevation 348 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$29,108 Median Income
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Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$29,108 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,000 home value, $330/mo rent

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About Schwalmtal

Schwalmtal

Schwalmtal is a municipality in the Vogelsbergkreis in Hesse, Germany.

People

Population3,159
Density43/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,108

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,000
Rent$330
Ownership80.5%
Housing Units1,264

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Population3,159
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Coordinates50.6833°, 9.2167°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceHesse
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (768 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$29,108

About Schwalmtal

Schwalmtal is a small town in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 3,159. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet (348 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Schwalmtal is $29,108, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 123 business establishments.

Income: Schwalmtal vs Germany

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Income

Median HH Income$29,108
61% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)123

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Schwalmtal is $66,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $330 (72% below the national average of $1,163). 80.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,264 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,000
77% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$330
72% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.5%
Owner-Occupied80.5%
Renter-Occupied19.5%
Housing Units1,264

Property Tax

Climate in Schwalmtal

Schwalmtal has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.9°C), the coldest is Jan (0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 661 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.6°C / 33°F -2.1° / 3.3° 52.9
Feb 1.4°C / 35°F -2° / 4.7° 40.3
Mar 4.6°C / 40°F 0.2° / 9.1° 45.4
Apr 8.6°C / 47°F 2.8° / 14.3° 38.5
May 12.4°C / 54°F 6.6° / 18.3° 66.8
Jun 15.6°C / 60°F 9.8° / 21.5° 64.5
Jul 17.9°C / 64°F 11.9° / 23.9° 74.3
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 11.6° / 23.6° 62.7
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 8.3° / 18.9° 53.8
Oct 9.2°C / 49°F 5.1° / 13.3° 53.8
Nov 4.6°C / 40°F 1.8° / 7.5° 53.2
Dec 1.6°C / 35°F -0.9° / 4° 55.1
Schwalmtal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches. The area receives 7.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below Germany avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Area73.5 sq mi (190.3 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates50.6833°N, 9.2167°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.2"
20% below Germany avg
Snowfall 7.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

142 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.6 on May 17, 2014.

Aug 3, 2007 2 km SE of Wehr, Germany M4.4 143 km
Nov 29, 1997 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany M4.3 90 km
May 22, 2004 2 km ENE of Nickenich, Germany M4.2 134 km
Jul 26, 2000 6 km ESE of Holzhausen an der Haide, Germany M4.0 102 km
Feb 14, 2011 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany M3.9 105 km
Nov 29, 1997 7 km N of Taunusstein, Germany M3.9 92 km
May 26, 1990 1 km SE of Steinbach am Taunus, Germany M3.8 73 km
Nov 18, 1990 1 km SSW of Kaub, Germany M3.8 124 km
Feb 9, 2003 1 km SE of Saffig, Germany M3.7 131 km
Aug 3, 1992 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany M3.6 143 km
Jul 30, 1997 1 km ENE of Miehlen, Germany M3.6 109 km
May 17, 2014 2 km ESE of Pfungstadt, Germany M3.6 107 km
May 29, 1990 0 km ENE of Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany M3.5 78 km
Apr 3, 1999 0 km W of Ochtendung, Germany M3.4 135 km
Nov 10, 1998 2 km ENE of Lahnstein, Germany M3.4 118 km
Jun 29, 2010 3 km NW of Hochheim am Main, Germany M3.4 97 km
Apr 11, 2010 3 km W of Ochtendung, Germany M3.4 138 km
Nov 7, 1998 3 km E of Dachsenhausen, Germany M3.4 113 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km E of Bad Bocklet, Germany M3.4 80 km
Aug 23, 1996 3 km SE of Kehrig, Germany M3.3 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (177 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
West Eifel Volcanic Field Maar(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) -8300 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in

Schwalmtal has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 32°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Schwalmtal

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grundschule
Grundschule Feldatal
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Radio Stations near Schwalmtal

51 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hit Radio FFH pop, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
_DEEJAY REMIXE_ Your Radio for finest House, EDM, Electro, Dance, Mashup, Hypertechno, Techno, Bootleg, Charts, Top40, Chillout, Lounge, HipHop, Urban & Latin Party DJ Remixes! #mashup, bass MP3 192 kbps
ERF Plus christian MP3 128 kbps
0nlineradio BACH bach, classic MP3 192 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - 80er 80s MP3 128 kbps
harmony +70er 70s, oldies AAC+ 128 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Eurodance eurodance MP3 128 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Top 40 top 40 MP3 128 kbps
Epic Lounge - SAX HOUSE LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
HARMONY.FM 80s MP3 128 kbps
HARMONY +90ER 90's, 90er MP3 128 kbps
Technolovers EURODANCE 80's, 80er MP3 192 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Weihnachtsradio christmas music MP3 128 kbps
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Background Music chill, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers HARDSTYLE dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
PetShopBoys 1980's, 1980s MP3 128 kbps
NRJ Sachsen - Hit Music Only death-metal MP3
Bürgerfunk Dresden reggae MP3 64 kbps
Epic Lounge - GAMING LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers VOCAL TRANCE melodic trance, trance MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio DEUTSCH MP3 192 kbps
hr3 Osthessen pop MP3 128 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Soundtrack soundtrack MP3 128 kbps
Technolovers TRANCE melodic trance, progressive trance MP3 192 kbps
Epic Lounge - SOUL LOUNGE ambient and relaxation music, chill MP3 192 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Weihnachtsradio AAC+ 47 kbps
Noise On FM dance, house MP3 128 kbps
HIT RADIO FFH - Brandneu MP3 128 kbps
Epic Lounge - WORKDAY LOUNGE ambient and relaxation music, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Deutsch Pur AAC+ 48 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Leider Geil MP3 128 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Eurodance AAC+ 47 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Rock rock MP3 128 kbps
HIT RADIO FFH - Brandneu AAC+ 48 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - 90er (AAC+) AAC+ 48 kbps
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Romance chillout, classical MP3 192 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Lounge AAC+ 48 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Acoustic Hits MP3 128 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - 80er (AAC+) AAC+ 47 kbps
hr3 Mittgelhessen MP3 128 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - DIE 80ER MP3 128 kbps
hr1 Osthessen adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
hr4 Osthessen oldies, schlager MP3 128 kbps
Planet Radio AAC+ 48 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - Party AAC+ 47 kbps
Hit Radio FFH - iTUNES TOP 40 MP3 128 kbps
Technolovers DIRTY HOUSE club dance, edm MP3 192 kbps
0nlineradio - TRENDING CHARTS 2023s, charts MP3 192 kbps
Planet Radio 106.7 (US) 2000s alternative, 90s alternative MP3 320 kbps
Słubfurt FM gospel MP3
Hit Radio FFH - Deutsch Pur MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Schwalmtal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alsfelder Märchenhaus
Das kleine Feuerwehrmuseum
DIZ Dokumentations- und Informationszentrum
Fastnacht & Stattmuseum
Gedenkstätte und Museum Trutzhain
Handwerkerstübchen
Heimatmuseum "Fridericianum"
Heimatmuseum Neukirchen
Hobstallstowwe Museum
Hohhaus-Museum
Hohhaus-Museum geologische Abteilung
Malerstübchen
Märchenhaus
Mühlenmuseum Steinmühle
MUNA-Museum Grebenhain
Museum der Schwalm
Museum im Vorwerk
Museum Kirtorf
Oberhessisches Weihnachtskrippen-Museum
Puppenmuseum
PuppenStuben Museum
Rathausmuseum
Schloßmuseum
Schwälmer Dorfmuseum Holzburg
Stadtarchiv Alsfeld
Stadtmuseum Alsfeld
Stadtmuseum Alsfeld
Vulkaneum

Libraries in Schwalmtal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bürger- und Lesetreff0.0
Hohhaus-Bibliothek / Stadtarchivs0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei Lauterbach0.0

Farmers Markets in Schwalmtal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wochenmarkt Di
Wochenmarkt Di

Restaurants in Schwalmtal

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Costa Smeralda
Feldaer Hof
Froschkönigs Bauernstube
Pizza Cheff
Zum Feldatal Odorico Moro

Dentists in Schwalmtal

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Pia Kolb und Dr. Dieter Kolb

Gas Stations in Schwalmtal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autowerkstatt Stein

Banks in Schwalmtal

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Volksbank Feldatal
Volksbank Feldatal eG

Breweries in Schwalmtal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brauerei Friedrich Haaß KG
BRAUmit e.V.

Stadiums & Teams in Schwalmtal

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Schwalmtal

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Skihang am Poppenberg in Brilon 0.0 $0

Airports Near Schwalmtal

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Frankfurt Main AirportFRALarge Airport
Kassel AirportKSFLarge Airport
Frankfurt-Egelsbach AirportMedium Airport
Fritzlar Army AirfieldFRZMedium Airport
Allendorf-Eder AirfieldSmall Airport
Alsfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Amöneburg AirfieldSmall Airport
Anspach-Taunus AirfieldSmall Airport
Aschaffenburg AirfieldSmall Airport
Auf der Schaufel Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Hersfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Brilon-Hochsauerland AirfieldSmall Airport
Dornberg-Sontra AirfieldSmall Airport
Edermünde-Grifte AirfieldSmall Airport
Flugplatz „Graner Berg“Small Airport
Fulda-Jossa AirfieldSmall Airport
Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider FieldSmall Airport
Gedern Glider FieldSmall Airport
Gelnhausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Gießen AirfieldSmall Airport
Gießen-Lützellinden AirfieldSmall Airport
Gießen-Reiskirchen AirfieldSmall Airport
Gössenheim Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Hessisch Lichtenau AirfieldSmall Airport
Hoherodskopf AirfieldSmall Airport
Homberg (Ohm) AirfieldSmall Airport
Huhnrain AirfieldSmall Airport
Johannisau Glider FieldSmall Airport
Karlstadt-Saupurzel Glider FieldSmall Airport
Korbach AirfieldSmall Airport
Lager Hammelburg AirfieldSmall Airport
Langenberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Langenselbold AirfieldSmall Airport
Lauterbach AirfieldSmall Airport
Marburg-Schönstadt AirfieldSmall Airport
Mengeringhausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Mosenberg AirfeldSmall Airport
Nidda AirfieldSmall Airport
Ober-Mörlen AirfieldSmall Airport
Oberleichtersbach AirfieldSmall Airport
Pfingstweide AirfieldSmall Airport
Plätzer AirfieldSmall Airport
Pohlheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Reichelsheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Schotten AirfieldSmall Airport
Waldeck AirfieldSmall Airport
Wasserkuppe AirfieldSmall Airport
Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider FieldSmall Airport
Zellhausen Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Ziegenhain-Der Ring AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Schwalmtal

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AWO Mutter-Kind-Kurhaus "Anne Frank"

Churches & Religious Organizations in Schwalmtal

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Ev. Kirche
Evangelische Kirche
Johanneskirche
St. Johann-Baptist

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Berlin

🇩🇪 About Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 82,927,922
Area 357,021 km²
GDP (USD) $4,562,207,532,490
GDP per capita $54,777
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 80.5 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 81.9%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +49
TLD .de
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Germany

19 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 8 International Women's Day Internationaler Frauentag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Mariä Himmelfahrt
Sep 20 World Children's Day Weltkindertag
Oct 3 German Unity Day Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Oct 31 Reformation Day Reformationstag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 18 Repentance and Prayer Day Buß- und Bettag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Erster Weihnachtstag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Zweiter Weihnachtstag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Schwalmtal

What is the population of Schwalmtal?

Schwalmtal has a population of 3,159 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 73.5 square miles.

Is Schwalmtal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,108, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $330 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Schwalmtal?

Schwalmtal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°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 30.2 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Schwalmtal?

There are 123 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Schwalmtal?

The median home value in Schwalmtal is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330. The homeownership rate is 80.5%.

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