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Senftenberg, Germany
Brandenburg · Germany
Senftenberg is a small city in Brandenburg, Germany with a population of 28,988. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 28,988 |
| Population Density | 455 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.5252°, 14.0016° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Brandenburg |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.9 inches (608 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.0 inches (13 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,150 |
About Senftenberg
Senftenberg is a small city in Germany (Brandenburg) with a population of 28,988. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet (104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Senftenberg vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,150 |
| 64% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,131 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,800 |
| 71% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $404 |
| 65% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 27.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 27.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 72.4% |
| Housing Units | 11,595 |
Property Tax
Climate in Senftenberg
Senftenberg has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.8°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 606 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Area | 63.7 sq mi (164.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 455/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.5252°N, 14.0016°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 1.9 in |
Senftenberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.3").
Schools in Senftenberg
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule am See | - | - | - | - |
| Georg Heinsius von Mayenburg Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Bernhard Kellermann Oberschule | - | - | - | - |
| Marianne-Seidel-Förderschule | - | - | - | - |
| Friedrich-Engels-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Regenbogen Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Linden-Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| "Hand in Hand" | - | - | - | - |
| Dr. Otto-Rindt-Oberschule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Senftenberg
23 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDR Sachsen-Anhalt | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MDR Sachsen | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Dresden | local, pop | AAC | |
| R.SA 80er Disco | 80er, disco | MP3 | |
| Antenne Sachsen | 70s, 80s | AAC | |
| MDR SACHSEN-ANHALT – Das Radio wie wir | 2010er, 70er | AAC 102 kbps | |
| ANTENNE SACHSEN Leipzig | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MDR SACHSEN-ANHALT Stendal | 2000er, 70er | AAC 102 kbps | |
| coloRadio | community radio, dresden | MP3 | |
| MDR SCHLAGERWELT Sachsen | 60s, 70s | AAC 102 kbps | |
| Radio Lausitz - 90er XXL | - | AAC | |
| Lebkuchen Radio | christmas, weihnachten | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Deutschrock | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ichtys Radio | bluegrass, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LAUSITZWELLE | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bautzen | dance, edm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SATzentrale Deluxe | discofox+schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MDR SACHSEN-ANHALT Halle | 2000er, 70er | AAC 102 kbps | |
| coloRadio+Zett | coloradio, dab+ | MP3 320 kbps | |
| MDR SACHSEN-ANHALT Dessau | 2000er, 70er | AAC 102 kbps | |
| Apollo radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| coloZett | bürgerradio, coloradio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| MDR SACHSEN-ANHALT Magdeburg | 2000er, 70er | AAC 102 kbps |
Museums in Senftenberg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| „Alte Mühle“ Proschim | ||||
| Bergbaumuseum 'Schachtentwässerungsanlage Klettwitz' | ||||
| Besucherbergwerk F60 | ||||
| Bunker Leuthen / Richtfunkbetriebsstelle 1 | ||||
| Bunkermuseum | ||||
| DDR Museum | ||||
| Dorfmuseum Zeißholz | ||||
| Erlebnishof Krabatmühle/Krabatowy młyn | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum Welzow | ||||
| Flugplatzmuseum Welzow | ||||
| Glück-Auf-Ausstellung: Informationspavillon Lausitzer Seenland und Bergbau | ||||
| Haus der Heimatgeschichte | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Sallgast | ||||
| Heimatstube Kostebrau | ||||
| Konsum Museum | ||||
| Kunstgussmuseum Lauchhammer | ||||
| Mobile Welt des Ostens | ||||
| Schloss und Festung Senftenberg | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Hoyerswerda |
Libraries in Senftenberg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek Oßling | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek Schipkau | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek G. E. Lessing | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Senftenberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Standortbibliothek (Gebäude 3) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Senftenberg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altmarkt | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz Großräschen |
Hotels in Senftenberg
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Senftenberg
42 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Senftenberg
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Senftenberg
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Senftenberg
3 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Senftenberg
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Senftenberg
9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Senftenberg
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Senftenberg
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Senftenberg
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Senftenberg
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Senftenberg
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Senftenberg
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Senftenberg
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Senftenberg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirchers Brauhaus GmbH | ||||
| Wittichenauer Stadtbrauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Senftenberg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Senftenberg
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skizentrum Tännicht Sohland | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Wintersport in Steina | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Elstra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Senftenberg
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dresden Airport | DRS | Large Airport |
| Bautzen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brauna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bronkow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bynovec Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chřibská Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cottbus-Neuhausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eisenhüttenstadt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finsterwalde-Heinrichsruh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Großenhain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kamenz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kleinkoschen Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Klix Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langhennersdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lipová Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lotnisko Sportowe Gubin | - | Small Airport |
| Marianka Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mohorn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nardt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pirna-Pratzschwitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pretzschendorf Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riesa-Göhlis Airport | IES | Small Airport |
| Schwarzheide/Schipkau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spremberg-Welzow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Senftenberg
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Partnerfiliale-Tabak-Presse-Lotto | |
| World Jeans |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Senftenberg
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorfkirche Tätzschwitz | |
| Kirche Geierswalde | |
| Lutherkirche | |
| Martin-Luther-Kirche | |
| Peter-Paul-Kirche | |
| Siebenten-Tages-Adventisten | |
| St. Peter und Paul |
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What is the population of Senftenberg?
Senftenberg has a population of 28,988 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 455 people per square mile, spread across 63.7 square miles.
Is Senftenberg expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,150, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,800 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $404 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Senftenberg?
Senftenberg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Senftenberg?
There are 1,131 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Senftenberg?
The median home value in Senftenberg is $80,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $404. The homeownership rate is 27.6%.