Schwerin, Germany
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · Germany
Schwerin is a mid-size city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany with a population of 96,641. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 96,641 |
| Population Density | 1,749 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.6294°, 11.4132° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Mecklenburg-Vorpommern |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.5 inches (901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.1 inches (36 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,285 |
About Schwerin
Schwerin is a mid-size city in Germany (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) with a population of 96,641. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Schwerin vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,285 |
| 65% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 191 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $91,600 |
| 68% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $458 |
| 61% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 17.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 17.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 82.1% |
| Housing Units | 38,656 |
Property Tax
Climate in Schwerin
Schwerin has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 637 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 55.3 sq mi (143.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,749/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.6294°N, 11.4132°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in |
Schwerin has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 34°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Schwerin
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berufliche Schule der Landeshauptstadt Schwerin Gesundheit und Sozialwesen | - | - | - | - |
| Gymnasium Fridericianum Schwerin | - | - | - | - |
| Gymnasium Fridericianum | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Schwerin
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDR 1 Radio MV | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Radio MV (Regio Rostock) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Radio MV (HGW) | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mathees Rocksound SN Warnitz | blues rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wismar FM | charts, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 40plus (DK) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Hellbach | 60s, 70's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Supermix | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Schwerin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alte Synagoge & Hanna-Meinungen-Haus | ||||
| Burgmuseum | ||||
| Feuerwehr-Museum | ||||
| Flippermuseum Schwerin | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum für Volkskunde Schwerin-Mueß | ||||
| Geologisches Museum Raben Steinfeld | ||||
| Historisches Feuerwehrmuseum Plate | ||||
| Kreisagrarmuseum Dorf Mecklenburg | ||||
| Mahn und Gedenkstätten Wöbbelin | ||||
| Mecklenburgisches Eisenbahn- und Technikmuseum | ||||
| Museum der Alltagskultur in der Griesen Gegend | ||||
| Schlossmuseum | ||||
| Staatliches Museum Schwerin | ||||
| Stadtarchiv Grevesmühlen | ||||
| Städtisches Museum Grevesmühlen | ||||
| Waldglasmuseum | ||||
| Welterbe Schwerin |
Libraries in Schwerin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek Bad Kleinen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek des Landtages Mecklenburg-Vorpommern | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Plate | 0.0 | |||||
| Hinterhaus Doktor K. | 0.0 | |||||
| Kreismedienzentrum | 0.0 | |||||
| Landesbibliothek Mecklenburg Vorpommern Günther Uecker | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Grevesmühlen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek, Zweigstelle | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbilbiothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Schwerin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Dreescher Markt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Grunthalplatz |
Hotels in Schwerin
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Schwerin
24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Schwerin
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Schwerin
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Schwerin
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Schwerin
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Schwerin
11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Schwerin
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Schwerin
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Schwerin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albers Brauerei | ||||
| Altstadtbrauhaus Zum Stadtkrug | ||||
| Brauerei Hennings |
Stadiums & Teams in Schwerin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Schwerin
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lübeck Blankensee Airport | LBC | Medium Airport |
| Bobzin Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grambeker Heide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grube Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lüchow-Rehbeck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neu-Gülze Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neustadt-Glewe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Parchim Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Perleberg Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pinnow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rerik-Zweedorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sierksdorf/Hof Altona Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teldau-Amholz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wismar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Schwerin
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hermes Paketshop | |
| Postfiliale Schwerin Marienplatz |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Schwerin
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Schwerin Residence Ensemble |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Schwerin
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Schwerin Cathedral | |
| Thomaskapelle |
Quick Facts
Around Schwerin
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Schwerin
51 places within 15 km
- • Alte Ziegelei
- • Burgwall
- • DDR-Observationsturm
- • Großsteingrab Kleefeld
- • Großsteingrab Kritzow
- + 4 more
- • Badestelle
- • Badestelle Pinnower See
- • Badestelle Reppiner Burg
- • Badestelle Seehof
- • Badestelle Ziegelsee
- + 7 more
- • Altes Palais
- • Gottesgabe
- • Jagdschloss Friedrichsthal
- • Reppiner Burg
- • Schloss Basthorst
- + 2 more
- • Atelier Bildzauberei
- • Kleine Galerie
- • Malerei - Grafik - Keramik
- • Gottesgaber Berg
- • Homberg
- • Hütterberg
- • Kahler Berg
- • Krugberg
- + 5 more
- • 18
- • Ruine des ehemaligen Schießplatzes Schelfwerder
- • Adebors Näs
- • Aussichtsturm Kaninchenwerder
- • Blick auf Schwerin
- • Höhe 78
- • Oberer Ostorfer See
- + 3 more
🇩🇪 About Germany
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Schwerin
Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Schwerin
What is the population of Schwerin?
Schwerin has a population of 96,641 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 1,749 people per square mile, spread across 55.3 square miles.
Is Schwerin expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,285, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $91,600 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $458 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Schwerin?
Schwerin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Schwerin?
There are 191 business establishments in the area, including 82 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Schwerin?
The median home value in Schwerin is $91,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $458. The homeownership rate is 17.9%.
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