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Wächtersbach, Germany
Hesse · Germany
Wächtersbach is a small city in Hesse, Germany with a population of 12,464. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wächtersbach
The town of Wächtersbach is part of the Main-Kinzig-Kreis in Hesse, Germany. In 1982, the town hosted the 22nd Hessentag state festival.
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| Population | 12,464 |
| Population Density | 366 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.2551°, 9.2956° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Hesse |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.0 inches (914 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,494 |
About Wächtersbach
Wächtersbach is a small city in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 12,464. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Wächtersbach vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $31,494 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 486 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $93,200 |
| 67% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $466 |
| 60% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 56.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 43.1% |
| Housing Units | 4,986 |
Property Tax
Climate in Wächtersbach
Wächtersbach has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1°C). Average annual precipitation is 850 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 34.1 sq mi (88.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 366/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.2551°N, 9.2956°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
Wächtersbach has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 33°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.3").
Schools in Wächtersbach
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule Wirtheim | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Kinderbrücke | - | - | - | - |
| Friedrich-August-Genth-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Aufenau | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wächtersbach
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epic Lounge - SAX HOUSE LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers HARDSTYLE | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HARMONY.FM | 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers EURODANCE | 80's, 80er | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BreakZ.FM - Charts & Remixe | #mashup, charts | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Blasmusikradio mit Bernd | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| PetShopBoys | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio DEUTSCH | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| hr3 Osthessen | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers TRANCE | melodic trance, progressive trance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Auerhahn | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio - TRENDING CHARTS | 2023s, charts | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers DIRTY HOUSE | club dance, edm | MP3 192 kbps | |
| sender neu jerusalem | religious | AAC+ 95 kbps | |
| hr4 Osthessen | oldies, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| hr1 Osthessen | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - RESTAURANT LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Wächtersbach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50er Jahre Museum | ||||
| 50er-Jahre-Museum | ||||
| Ahler Kram | ||||
| Bergwinkelmuseum | ||||
| Biebergrundmuseum | ||||
| Brachttal-Museum | ||||
| Brüder Grimm-Haus Steinau | ||||
| Dorfmuseum Altenhaßlau | ||||
| Fuhrmann und Schneider Museum | ||||
| Gunzenbacher Weihnachtskrippe | ||||
| Haus des Gastes | ||||
| Heimatkundliche Sammlung des Geschichtsvereins | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Freigericht | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Neudorf | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Niedergruendau | ||||
| Heuson Museum im Rathaus | ||||
| Krippenmuseum | ||||
| Kunstguss Musuem Hirzenhain | ||||
| Kupferbergwerk Wilhelmine | ||||
| Mälzereimuseum | ||||
| Mineralien & Fossilien Museum | ||||
| MUNA-Museum Grebenhain | ||||
| Museum auf der Ronneburg | ||||
| Museum of Musical Instruments | ||||
| Museum Steinau | ||||
| Papua Museum | ||||
| Radio Museum | ||||
| Sandrosen Museum | ||||
| Sotzbacher Feuerwehrscheune | ||||
| Töpfermuseum | ||||
| Vulkaneum |
Libraries in Wächtersbach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek Schöllkrippen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothekszentrum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei der Gemeinde Brachttal | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadt- und Kurbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Alzenau | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Grimmelshausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Treffpunkt Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Weitzel-Bücherei | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wächtersbach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorfmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Alzenau |
Hotels in Wächtersbach
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wächtersbach
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wächtersbach
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Wächtersbach
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wächtersbach
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wächtersbach
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wächtersbach
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wächtersbach
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wächtersbach
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wächtersbach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Bergmann | ||||
| Brauhaus Wiesen | ||||
| BRAUmit e.V. | ||||
| Waldschloss-Brauerei Frammersbach |
Stadiums & Teams in Wächtersbach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wächtersbach
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt Main Airport | FRA | Large Airport |
| Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Alsfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altenbachtal Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Altfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Amöneburg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aschaffenburg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| August Euler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Hersfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bensheimer Stadtwiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fulda-Jossa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gedern Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gelnhausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Giebelstadt Airport | GHF | Small Airport |
| Gießen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gießen-Lützellinden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gießen-Reiskirchen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gössenheim Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Heppenheim Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hettstadt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hoherodskopf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Homberg (Ohm) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Huhnrain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Johannisau Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Karlstadt-Saupurzel Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lager Hammelburg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langenberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langenselbold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lauterbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mainbullau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marburg-Schönstadt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Michelstadt-Odenwald Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nidda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ober-Mörlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oberleichtersbach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pfingstweide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plätzer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pohlheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Reichelsheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Reinheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schotten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tauberbischofsheim Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Unterschüpf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vielbrunn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Walldürn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wasserkuppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Weinheim/Bergstraße Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wertheim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Würzburg-Schenkenturm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zellhausen Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wächtersbach
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL Post | |
| Main-Kinzig-Post | |
| Postfiliale 456 |
Treatment Centers in Wächtersbach
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hamm Klinik Bellevue | ||
| Haus Seeblick | ||
| Knappschaftsklinik | ||
| MediClin Reha-Zentrum Bad Orb | ||
| Orthomedica Rehabilitations- und Gesundheitszentrum | ||
| Reha-Kliniken Küppelsmühle | ||
| Spessart-Klinik |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wächtersbach
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Emmauskirche | |
| Ev.Kirche | |
| Friedenskirche | |
| Johanneskirche | |
| Kirche des Nazareners | |
| Mariae Himmelfahrt | |
| Martin-Luther-Kirche | |
| St. Peter und Paul | |
| Zur schmerzhaften Mutter Gottes |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wächtersbach
What is the population of Wächtersbach?
Wächtersbach has a population of 12,464 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 366 people per square mile, spread across 34.1 square miles.
Is Wächtersbach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,494, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $93,200 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $466 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 Wächtersbach?
Wächtersbach has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Wächtersbach?
There are 486 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Wächtersbach?
The median home value in Wächtersbach is $93,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $466. The homeownership rate is 56.9%.