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Villanueva del Rosario, Spain

Andalusia · Spain

Villanueva del Rosario is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 3,356. Elevation: 2,274 ft (693 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,356 Population 143/sq mi density
2,274 ft Elevation 693 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
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Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,493 median income

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About Villanueva del Rosario

Villanueva del Rosario

Villanueva del Rosario is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. It is located off the motorway from Málaga to Granada and Seville. It is situated in the northeast of the province. It belongs to the comarca of Nororma.

People

Population3,356
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density143/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Population3,356
Population Density143 / sq mi
Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Coordinates36.9968°, -4.3654°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceAndalusia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About Villanueva del Rosario

Villanueva del Rosario is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 3,356. The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet (693 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

Villanueva del Rosario has a population of 3,356 with a density of 143 people per square mile, spread across 23.5 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,356
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
23.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Villanueva del Rosario vs Spain Average

The median household income in Villanueva del Rosario is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 255 business establishments.

Income: Villanueva del Rosario vs Spain

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Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below Spain avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)255

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Villanueva del Rosario enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Spain avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Area23.5 sq mi (60.9 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates36.9968°N, 4.3654°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below Spain avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,500 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 12, 2021.

Apr 11, 2010 1 km S of Nigüelas, Spain M6.3 73 km
Dec 23, 1993 7 km E of Adra, Spain M5.3 130 km
Jan 4, 1994 13 km S of El Ejido, Spain M4.9 143 km
Jan 31, 2016 17 km S of Adra, Spain M4.9 126 km
Nov 10, 1999 58 km E of Martil, Morocco M4.7 148 km
Aug 19, 2014 1 km WNW of Puerto Serrano, Spain M4.6 107 km
Aug 12, 2021 2 km W of Santafé, Spain M4.6 59 km
Jul 2, 1997 34 km SSW of Adra, Spain M4.6 128 km
Jun 30, 2007 10 km ESE of Morón de la Frontera, Spain M4.5 88 km
Jul 3, 1997 11 km SSE of Castell de Ferro, Spain M4.5 104 km
Jun 15, 2005 7 km SSW of Prado del Rey, Spain M4.4 114 km
Jun 2, 2014 83 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.4 140 km
Feb 24, 1997 2 km WNW of Ventas de Huelma, Spain M4.4 47 km
Jan 31, 2012 6 km W of Quesada, Spain M4.4 143 km
Jan 26, 2021 2 km WNW of Atarfe, Spain M4.3 64 km
Jul 28, 2004 6 km SE of Jubrique, Spain M4.3 89 km
Mar 11, 2016 68 km N of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.3 137 km
Jan 28, 2021 2 km NW of Santafé, Spain M4.3 60 km
Dec 13, 2000 8 km WSW of Los Barrios, Spain M4.3 143 km
Apr 17, 1996 5 km E of Montemayor, Spain M4.2 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1680 ALBORAN SEA Earthquake 5.0 m 70 30 km
1804 ALBORAN SEA Earthquake 2 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
March 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Villanueva del Rosario has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 46°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Villanueva del Rosario

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
COPE Málaga MP3 96 kbps
Chocolate FM chr, dance MP3 192 kbps
Talk Radio Europe eclectic, news MP3 128 kbps
Chocolate FM [calidad móvil-low bandwidth] chr, dance AAC+ 32 kbps
Onda Cero Malaga local news, news AAC 128 kbps
Fiebre Latina Radio 96.6 FM bachata, latino MP3 128 kbps
Gozadera Fm MP3 128 kbps
Radio Moscatel 107.1 FM Axarquía - España 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Sonaos fm 1980s, 90's MP3 128 kbps
Only Romantic Radio easy listening, lovesongs MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campillos classical MP3 64 kbps
Cadena SER Málaga cultural news, live MP3 128 kbps
Canal Axarquía 89.6 FM entretenimiento, hits MP3 96 kbps
LOS40 exitos, hits MP3 128 kbps
SER Lucena AAC+ 64 kbps
Feel Good Radio Costa del Sol 00s, 80s MP3 160 kbps
La Mega Radio 90s, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Planeta classic hits, hits MP3 192 kbps
Radio Radio Network MP3 128 kbps
Chanquete Costa del Sol 105.2 FM entretenimiento, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Costa Del Mar Dance MP3 96 kbps
Chanquete FM 99.5 entretenimiento, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
radio sonaos stereo 80s, 90's MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Villanueva del Rosario

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro de Visitantes del Torcal de Antequera
Ecomuseo Lagar de Torrijos
Museo conventual de las Descalzas de Antequera
Museo de Arte de la Diputación
Museo de la Miel
Museo de los Dólmenes de Antequera
Museo de los Verdiales
Museo del Aceite de Oliva
Museo Municipal
Museo Municipal de Antequera
Salón de la Radio Juan Sánchez Ferrer

Libraries in Villanueva del Rosario

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archivo Histórico0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Colmenar0.0
Biblioteca pública0.0
Biblioteca Pública0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Dámaso Alonso0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Almogía0.0
Biblioteca Supramunicipal San Zoilo0.0

Farmers Markets in Villanueva del Rosario

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Country Farmers Market
Mercadillo de Ciudad Jardín
Mercadillo de Loja
Mercadillo del Miércoles
Mercadillos
Mercadillos Martes Tuesday C Guilermo Perez
Mercadillos Martes Tuesday Calle La Pava
Mercadillos,
Mercadillos, Miércoles Wednesday, Av de la Constitucion
Mercadillos, Miercoles Wednesday, Camping
Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday
Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday
Mercadillos, Viernes,Friday
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Villanueva del Rosario

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cortijo Sabila
La Cereza

Cafes in Villanueva del Rosario

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Cafellito de Frida

Gas Stations in Villanueva del Rosario

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galp
Repsol
Repsol
Sociedad Cooperativa Andaluza Agrícola San Juan

Banks in Villanueva del Rosario

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cajamar

Stadiums & Teams in Villanueva del Rosario

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Villanueva del Rosario

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Málaga-Costa del Sol AirportAGPLarge Airport
Armilla Air BaseMedium Airport
F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén AirportGRXMedium Airport
Aeródromo de AntequeraSmall Airport
Aeródromo de LojaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Juan EspadaforSmall Airport
AeroVeleta ULMSmall Airport
Alhama de Granada AirfieldSmall Airport
Base BRICA de CártamaSmall Airport
Campo de vuelo de Villanueva del TrabucoSmall Airport
Jayena AirfieldSmall Airport
La Axarquía-Leoni Benabu AirfieldSmall Airport
RondaSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Villanueva del Rosario

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ermita de la Virgen del Rosario

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Madrid

🇪🇸 About Spain

Capital Madrid
Population 46,723,749
Area 504,782 km²
GDP (USD) $1,619,481,980,720
GDP per capita $33,493
HDI 0.911
Life expectancy 83.9 years
Internet users 95.5%
Urban population 80.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician
Calling code +34
TLD .es
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Spain

32 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 6 Epiphany Día de Reyes / Epifanía del Señor
Feb 28 Day of Andalucía Día de Andalucía
Mar 1 Day of the Balearic Islands Dia de les Illes Balears
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunes de Pascua
Apr 23 Castile and León Day Día de Castilla y León
Apr 23 Day of Aragón San Jorge (Día de Aragón)
May 1 Labour Day Fiesta del trabajo
May 2 Day of Madrid Fiesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
May 17 Galician Literature Day Día das Letras Galegas
May 30 Day of the Canary Islands Día de Canarias
May 31 Day of Castilla-La Mancha Día de la Región Castilla-La Mancha
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 9 Day of La Rioja Día de La Rioja
Jun 9 Day of Murcia Día de la Región de Murcia
Jun 24 St. John's Day Sant Joan
Jul 25 Santiago Apóstol Santiago Apóstol
Jul 28 Day of the Cantabrian Institutions Día de las Instituciones de Cantabria
Aug 15 Assumption Asunción
Sep 8 Day of Asturias Día de Asturias
Sep 8 Day of Extremadura Día de Extremadura
Sep 11 National Day of Catalonia Diada Nacional de Catalunya
Sep 15 Feast of Our Lady of Bien Aparecida Festividad de la Bien Aparecida
Oct 9 Day of the Valencian Community Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana
Oct 12 National Day of Spain Fiesta Nacional de España
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de todos los Santos
Dec 6 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Feast of Saint Stephen

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Frequently Asked Questions About Villanueva del Rosario

What is the population of Villanueva del Rosario?

Villanueva del Rosario has a population of 3,356 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 23.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Villanueva del Rosario expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Villanueva del Rosario?

Villanueva del Rosario enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches.

How is the job market in Villanueva del Rosario?

There are 255 business establishments in the area.

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