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Wabern, Germany

Hesse · Germany

Wabern is a small city in Hesse, Germany with a population of 7,708. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
7,708 Population 315/sq mi density
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
26.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,945 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$28,945 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,200 home value, $401/mo rent

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About Wabern

Wabern

Wabern is a municipality in the Schwalm-Eder district in northern Hesse, Germany. It lies on the Main-Weser Railway between Kassel and Frankfurt. From Wabern, the Edersee Railway runs to Bad Wildungen.

People

Population7,708
Density315/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,945

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,200
Rent$401
Ownership65.9%
Housing Units3,083

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Population7,708
Population Density315 / sq mi
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates51.1000°, 9.3500°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceHesse
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.4 inches (671 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.5 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$28,945

About Wabern

Wabern is a small city in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 7,708. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Wabern is $28,945, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 301 business establishments.

Income: Wabern vs Germany

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,945
61% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)301

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wabern is $80,200, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $401 (66% below the national average of $1,163). 65.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,083 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,200
72% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$401
66% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.9%
Owner-Occupied65.9%
Renter-Occupied34.1%
Housing Units3,083

Property Tax

Climate in Wabern

Wabern has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 561 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.1°C / 32°F -2.6° / 2.7° 38.4
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -2.8° / 4.2° 28.9
Mar 4.2°C / 40°F -0.4° / 8.8° 33.9
Apr 8°C / 46°F 2.1° / 14° 31.5
May 11.8°C / 53°F 5.7° / 18° 68.4
Jun 15°C / 59°F 8.9° / 21.2° 59.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.4° 66.7
Aug 16.9°C / 62°F 10.7° / 23.1° 69.8
Sep 12.9°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.4° 39.2
Oct 8.5°C / 47°F 4.4° / 12.6° 40.5
Nov 4.1°C / 39°F 1.3° / 6.9° 41.0
Dec 1°C / 34°F -1.4° / 3.4° 43.4
Wabern experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below Germany avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area24.4 sq mi (63.3 km²)
Population Density315/sq mi
Coordinates51.1000°N, 9.3500°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.4"
30% below Germany avg
Snowfall 5.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

115 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.9 on Feb 14, 2011.

Nov 29, 1997 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany M4.3 127 km
Jul 26, 2000 6 km ESE of Holzhausen an der Haide, Germany M4.0 138 km
Nov 29, 1997 7 km N of Taunusstein, Germany M3.9 130 km
Feb 14, 2011 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany M3.9 136 km
May 26, 1990 1 km SE of Steinbach am Taunus, Germany M3.8 118 km
Jul 30, 1997 1 km ENE of Miehlen, Germany M3.6 143 km
Aug 3, 1992 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany M3.6 127 km
May 29, 1990 0 km ENE of Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany M3.5 122 km
Nov 10, 1998 2 km ENE of Lahnstein, Germany M3.4 149 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km E of Bad Bocklet, Germany M3.4 108 km
Nov 7, 1998 3 km E of Dachsenhausen, Germany M3.4 146 km
Jun 29, 2010 3 km NW of Hochheim am Main, Germany M3.4 139 km
Nov 24, 1990 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany M3.4 135 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SE of Dortmund, Germany M3.3 136 km
Nov 10, 1997 2 km S of Münnerstadt, Germany M3.3 115 km
Dec 18, 1998 2 km SSE of Wiesbaden, Germany M3.3 139 km
Nov 18, 2000 2 km ENE of Kamen, Germany M3.2 127 km
Jun 4, 1992 4 km W of Lanstrop, Germany M3.2 139 km
May 23, 2001 4 km NE of Bergkamen, Germany M3.2 130 km
Jun 27, 1992 2 km WNW of Bergkamen, Germany M3.2 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in

Wabern has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 33°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Wabern

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Schlossbergschule - - - -
Schule am Reiherwald - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wabern

50 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
_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
RADIO BOB - Power Metal metal, power metal MP3
RADIO BOB - Blues [mp3 | 192 kbps] 1920s, 1960s MP3
ERF Plus christian MP3 128 kbps
0nlineradio BACH bach, classic MP3 192 kbps
Radio BOB - Nu Metal (mp3 192) metal, nu metal MP3
Technolovers TROPICAL HOUSE balearic house, deep house MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bob - Classic Rock - MP3
RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [aac | 64 kbps] 1970s, classic rock AAC
RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [aac | 64 kbps] alternative, blues AAC
hr1 Nordhessen adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] 1970s, classic rock MP3
hr3 Nordhessen pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio BOB - Nu Metal (aac 64) metal, nu metal AAC
Radio bob - AAC
Technolovers EURODANCE 80's, 80er MP3 192 kbps
RADIO BOB! 2000er Rock [64 kbit/s AAC] alternative rock, emo AAC
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Study adult contemporary, ambient MP3 192 kbps
RADIO BOB - Blues [aac | 64 kbps] 1920s, 1960s AAC
HARMONY.FM 80s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bob rock/hardrock MP3
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Background Music chill, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Epic Lounge - SOUL LOUNGE ambient and relaxation music, chill MP3 192 kbps
Epic Lounge - COCKTAIL LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers TRANCE melodic trance, progressive trance MP3 192 kbps
RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [mp3 | 192 kbps] aor, art rock MP3
RADIO BOB - Roadtrip classic rock, hard rock MP3
Technolovers VOCAL TRANCE melodic trance, trance MP3 192 kbps
hr4 Nordhessen oldies, volksmusik MP3 128 kbps
RADIO BOB! Rockparty metal, rock MP3
Radio Bob - Mittelalter Rock - MP3
RADIO BOB - Newcomer new rock, newcomer MP3
Freies Radio Kassel - MP3 170 kbps
Epic Lounge - GAMING LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bob - Women of Rock rock, women MP3
RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [aac | 64 kbps] aor, art rock AAC
Epic Lounge - BEACH CLUB LOUNGE ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Hotel Lounge ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 192 kbps
Technolovers BIG ROOM big room, bigroom MP3 192 kbps
Chillout Archiv chillout, lounge MP3 128 kbps
FMRausch: FM Rausch Radio ambient, avantgarde MP3 128 kbps
Radio BOB! National (192kbps) 80s, 90s MP3
RADIO BOB! DONOTS - MP3
Radio Bob - Country country MP3
EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Romance chillout, classical MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bob! Britpop - MP3
RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] alternative, blues MP3
Noise On FM dance, house MP3 128 kbps
Epic Lounge - WORKDAY LOUNGE ambient and relaxation music, chillout MP3 192 kbps
Lumbung radio alternative, arts MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Wabern

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Altenburg- und Stadtmuseum
Bademuseum
Bergbau-Museum Frielendorf
Bienenkundliches Museum Kartause
Brauereimuseum Malsfeld
Caricatura
Deutsches Videothekenmuseum
documenta-Halle
Dommuseum Fritzlar
Eisenbahnmuseum
Energietechnikmuseum
Frühgeschichtliches Gehöft (Nachbau)
Fuldaschifffahrt
Gedenkstätte Breitenau
Gedenkstätte und Museum Trutzhain
Grimmwelt
Handwerkerstübchen
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum Bad Zwesten
Heimatmuseum Gensungen
Heimatmuseum Neukirchen
Heimatmuseum Wichte
Henschel Museum
Hessische Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum - Bergbaugeschichte/Besucherstollen
Hessisches Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum - Themenpark "Kohle & Energie"
Hessisches Kutschen- und Wagenmuseum
Hessisches Landesmuseum
Hirtenhaus
Klostermuseum Bad Emstal
Klostermuseum Hasungen
Korbmachermuseum Beiseförth
Landtechnisches Museum
Lapidarium
Lebendiges Bienenmuseum Knüllwald
Malerstübchen
Märchenhaus
Marmorbad
Mühlenmuseum
Museum der Schwalm
Museum für Film- und Videotechnik
Museum für Sepulkralkultur
Museum Hochzeitshaus Fritzlar
Museum Schloss Friedrichstein
Museum Schloss Wilhelmshöhe
Naturkundemuseum
New Gallery
Polizeimuseum-Fritzlar
Regionalmuseum Wolfhager Land
Schachmuseum Lohfelden
Schauenburger Märchenwache
Spohr Museum
Stadtmuseum
Stadtmuseum Bad Wildungen
Technik-Museum Kassel
Weißensteinflügel

Libraries in Wabern

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Artothek0.0
Artothek0.0
Bereichsbibliothek 80.0
Bereichsbibliothek 80.0
Bereichsbibliothek FB16 Elektrotechnik / Informatik0.0
Bereichsbibliothek FB16 Elektrotechnik / Informatik0.0
Bücherei0.0
Bücherei0.0
Bücherei Frielendorf0.0
Bücherei Kirchditmold e.V.0.0
Bücherei Kirchditmold e.V.0.0
Bücherei Uttershausen0.0
Bürger- und Lesetreff0.0
City library Baunatal0.0
City library Baunatal0.0
Ev. Medienzentrale0.0
Ev. Medienzentrale0.0
Evangelische Gemeindebücherei0.0
Evangelische Gemeindebücherei0.0
Gemeinde- und Schulbücherei0.0
Gemeindebibliothek0.0
Gemeindebibliothek0.0
Jugendbücherei0.0
Jugendbücherei0.0
Kultur-Schmiede e.V. Remsfeld0.0
Mediothek Gudensberg0.0
Murhardsche Bibliothek0.0
Museumsbibliothek0.0
Museumsbibliothek0.0
Schul-und Gemeindebücherei Dennhausen/Dittershausen0.0
Stadt- und Schulbücherei Waldau0.0
Stadt- und Schulbücherei Waldau0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
StadtBücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtbücherei0.0
Stadtteilbibliothek Niederzwehren0.0
Universitätsbibliothek Kassel0.0
Universitätsbibliothek Kassel Standort Oberzwehren0.0
Universitätsbibliothek Kassel Standort Oberzwehren0.0

Farmers Markets in Wabern

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anna Markt
Anna Markt
Imkerei Hollibienen
Markthalle
Ossenplatz
Wehlheider Wochenmarkt
Wehlheider Wochenmarkt
Wochenmarkt Baunatal City
Wochenmarkt Baunatal City
Wochenmarkt Di
Wochenmarkt Di

Restaurants in Wabern

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

500 Grad – Holzofenpizza
Aamaro
Bistro 254
Gasthaus "Zur Krone"
San Remo
Zur Post

Cafes in Wabern

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe am Rathaus

Dentists in Wabern

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Bochnia Peter
Zahnarztpraxis Riehl

Veterinaries in Wabern

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carsten Mangold Bernd Schmidt Dr. Günther Weber prakt. Tierärzte

Train Stations in Wabern

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wabern (Bz Kassel)
Wabern (Bz Kassel)

Gas Stations in Wabern

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aral
Aral
Autohaus Lohr
Westfalen

Banks in Wabern

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kreissparkasse Schwalm-Eder - Geschäftsstelle Wabern
Volksbank

Breweries in Wabern

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brauerei Friedrich Haaß KG
Brauhaus 18*80
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Fuldabrücker Landbrauerei
Hütt-Brauerei

Stadiums & Teams in Wabern

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Airports Near Wabern

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kassel AirportKSFLarge Airport
Paderborn Lippstadt AirportPADLarge Airport
Fritzlar Army AirfieldFRZMedium Airport
Allendorf-Eder Airfield-Small Airport
Alsfeld Airfield-Small Airport
Amöneburg Airfield-Small Airport
Auf der Schaufel Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Bad Hersfeld Airfield-Small Airport
Brakel Airfield-Small Airport
Brilon-Hochsauerland Airfield-Small Airport
Dehausen Airfield-Small Airport
Der Dingel Airfield-Small Airport
Dornberg-Sontra Airfield-Small Airport
Edermünde-Grifte Airfield-Small Airport
Flugplatz „Graner Berg“-Small Airport
Fulda-Jossa Airfield-Small Airport
Gedern Glider Field-Small Airport
Gießen Airfield-Small Airport
Gießen-Reiskirchen Airfield-Small Airport
Hessisch Lichtenau Airfield-Small Airport
Hoherodskopf Airfield-Small Airport
Hölleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Homberg (Ohm) Airfield-Small Airport
Höxter-Holzminden Airfield-Small Airport
Huhnrain Airfield-Small Airport
Johannisau Glider Field-Small Airport
Korbach Airfield-Small Airport
Langenberg Airfield-Small Airport
Lauterbach Airfield-Small Airport
Marburg-Schönstadt Airfield-Small Airport
Mengeringhausen Airfield-Small Airport
Mosenberg Airfeld-Small Airport
Nidda Airfield-Small Airport
Northeim Airfield-Small Airport
Ober-Mörlen Airfield-Small Airport
Paderborn-Haxterberg Airfield-Small Airport
Pfingstweide Airfield-Small Airport
Plätzer Airfield-Small Airport
Pohlheim Airfield-Small Airport
Schotten Airfield-Small Airport
Stauffenbühl Airfield-Small Airport
Sultmer Berg Airfield-Small Airport
Uslar Airfield-Small Airport
Vinsebeck Airfield-Small Airport
Waldeck Airfield-Small Airport
Warburg-Am Heinberg Airfield-Small Airport
Wasserkuppe Airfield-Small Airport
Weidberg-Kaltenwestheim Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Weper Airfield-Small Airport
Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wabern

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postfiliale Wabern

Treatment Centers in Wabern

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Asklepios Fachklinik Fürstenhof Bad Wildungen
Wicker Klinik

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wabern

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baitul-Muqiet-Moschee
Bonifatius-Kirche
Evangelische Kirche Cappel
Evangelische Kirche Hebel
Evangelische Kirche Lendorf
Evangelische Kirche Niedermöllrich
Evangelische Kirche Udenborn
Evangelische Kirche Unshausen
Evangelische Kirche Uttershausen
Evangelische Kirche Wabern
Michaeliskirche
Sankt Wigbert

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 Wabern

What is the population of Wabern?

Wabern has a population of 7,708 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 315 people per square mile, spread across 24.4 square miles.

Is Wabern expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,945, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,200 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $401 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 Wabern?

Wabern has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wabern?

There are 301 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wabern?

The median home value in Wabern is $80,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $401. The homeownership rate is 65.9%.

Nearby Cities

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