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Wattens, Austria

Tyrol · Austria

Wattens is a small city in Tyrol, Austria with a population of 7,881. Elevation: 1,821 ft (555 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
7,881 Population 1,510/sq mi density
1,821 ft Elevation 555 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 4°C
86.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna Timezone
$71,064 Median Income
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Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,064 median income

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About Wattens

Wattens

Wattens is a market town of the Innsbruck-Land District in the Austrian state of Tyrol. It is chiefly known as home of the Swarovski crystal glass company.

People

Population7,881
Density1,510/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,064

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain86.4 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Population7,881
Population Density1,510 / sq mi
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates47.2942°, 11.5907°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceTyrol
Average Temperature38°F (4°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation86.4 inches (2,196 mm)
Annual Snowfall236.1 inches (600 cm)
Median Household Income$71,064

About Wattens

Wattens is a small city in Austria (Tyrol) with a population of 7,881. The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet (555 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Vienna.

The median household income in Wattens is $71,064, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 307 business establishments.

Income: Wattens vs Austria

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Income

Median HH Income$71,064
5% below Austria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)307

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Wattens

Wattens has an average annual temperature of 7.9°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1417 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.8°C / 31°F -5° / 3.3° 76.9
Feb 0.1°C / 32°F -4.6° / 4.7° 66.9
Mar 3.6°C / 38°F -1.6° / 8.7° 94.0
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F 1.7° / 13° 94.0
May 11.5°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.1° 158.7
Jun 14.9°C / 59°F 9.3° / 20.5° 182.9
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 11° / 22.4° 183.8
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 10.9° / 22.3° 189.2
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.3° / 18° 122.0
Oct 8.8°C / 48°F 3.8° / 13.9° 92.0
Nov 3.6°C / 38°F -0.6° / 7.9° 78.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F -3.8° / 3.7° 77.4
Wattens has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 86.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 236.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below Austria avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density1,510/sq mi
Coordinates47.2942°N, 11.5907°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.4"
127% above Austria avg
Snowfall 236.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

450 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.9 on Jan 12, 2025.

Dec 29, 1999 12 km N of Isolaccia, Italy M4.8 124 km
Jul 17, 2001 3 km NNE of Rifiano, Italy M4.7 69 km
Mar 31, 1994 2 km W of Warth, Austria M4.7 109 km
Jun 5, 1997 2 km ESE of Namlos, Austria M4.6 68 km
Jun 9, 2012 5 km NE of Lamosano, Italy M4.5 137 km
Apr 6, 2000 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 123 km
Oct 1, 2001 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 123 km
Apr 20, 1994 5 km NE of Claut, Italy M4.3 134 km
Aug 29, 2004 1 km S of Enemonzo-Quinis, Italy M4.3 140 km
Mar 27, 2024 6 km ENE of Tramonti di Sopra, Italy M4.3 145 km
Jul 13, 2020 9 km SSW of Forni di Sotto, Italy M4.3 134 km
Dec 31, 1999 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.3 123 km
Jul 10, 1993 4 km S of Hirschegg, Austria M4.2 107 km
May 16, 1990 3 km ENE of Galtür, Austria M4.2 109 km
Aug 30, 2003 5 km ENE of Tramonti di Sopra, Italy M4.2 143 km
Jan 27, 1996 6 km ESE of Claut, Italy M4.1 138 km
May 19, 2007 2 km N of Zams, Austria M4.1 77 km
Jul 17, 1996 5 km E of Ellbögen, Austria M4.1 14 km
Aug 20, 1990 5 km SSE of Sellrain, Austria M4.0 29 km
Jun 10, 2000 1 km NNW of Warth, Austria M4.0 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 235.0 m (771 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1963 VAJONT DAM, VAJONT RIVER Meteorological 235.0 m 2,000 127 km
1987 VALTELLINA Meteorological 95.0 m 27 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 3.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in
June 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in
July 54°F (12°C) 6.1 in Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.3 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in

Wattens has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 22°F in January to 56°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Wattens

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Volkshochschule
Expositur Polytechnische Schule
Polytechnischeschule
Volksschule 1
FBS Swarovski Wattens
Musikschule Wattens
Mittelschule Wattens
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Radio Stations near Wattens

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ORF Tirol HQ orf, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Life Radio Tirol - MUSIC ONLY MP3
Radio VM1 folklore, schlager MP3
Life Radio Tirol pop, rock AAC
Life Radio Tirol - Schlagerpuls MP3
Radio U1 Tirol MP3 192 kbps
Radio VM1 - Steiermark folklore, schlager MP3
ORF Tirol orf, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio VM1 - Wien folklore, schlager MP3
Radio Oberland (DE) 80s, 90s MP3 192 kbps
T-Rock classic rock, rock MP3 128 kbps
Life Radio Tirol- Alles Malle MP3
U1 Tirol evergreen, schlager MP3 192 kbps
Radio Charivari Rosenheim (DE) classic hits, hits AAC

Museums in Wattens

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Achenseer Museumswelt
Anatomisches Museum
Archäologisches Museum Innsbruck
Audioversum
AUT Architektur und Tirol
BBT Tunnelwelten
Benediktinerabtei
Bergbaumuseum
Das kleine Seilbahnmuseum
Feuerwehrmuseum
Fotoforum West
Galerie Mathias Mayr
Gemeindemuseum Absam
Glockengießerei Grassmayr
Golden Roof Museum
Hofburg
Jenbacher Museum
Jöchlhaus
Kraftwerk der Rauchmühle
Krippenverein Thaur
Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Localbahnmuseum
Mehlerhaus
Münze Hall
Münzerturm
Museum der Stadt Schwaz
Museum der Völker
Museum Sankt Notburga
Museum und Heimatschutzverein
Museum Wattens
Museum Weiherburg
Naturparkhaus Hinterriß
Naturraum Karwendel
NIMU - Artur Nikodem Museum
Rabalderhaus
Rablhaus
Radiomuseum Radiowelt
Radiomuseum Schuchter Innsbruck
rundumTHAUR
Schloss Ambras Innsbruck
Schmiedemuseum
Schreibmaschinenmuseum
Sixenhof
Stadtmuseum Hall
Tirol Panorama
Tiroler Kaiserjägermuseum
Tiroler Krippenmuseum
Tiroler Landesmuseen Sammlungs- und Forschungszentrum
Tiroler Steinöl
Tiroler Steinöl Vitalberg
Townmuseum - Stadtarchiv
Unterschloss
Volkskunstmuseum
Whiskymuseum
Zeughaus

Libraries in Wattens

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AEP0.0
AK-Bibliothek0.0
Bibiliothek Institut für Translationswissenschaften0.0
Bibliothek & Ludothek Fiecht0.0
Bibliothek des Ferdinandeums0.0
Bibliothek Wattens0.0
Bibliothekszentrum West0.0
Bücherei0.0
Bücherei0.0
Bücherei0.0
Bücherei der Gemeinde Telfes0.0
Bücherei der Gemeinde Thaur0.0
Bücherei Fulpmes0.0
Bücherei Mils0.0
Bücherei Schönegg0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Absam0.0
Hauptbibliothek0.0
Historischer Lesesaal0.0
jen.buch0.0
kontakt&co0.0
Kulturdreh Bücherei Lans0.0
Library Innsbruck0.0
Medizinisch-Biologische Fachbibliothek0.0
Naturparkhaus Zillertaler Alpen0.0
Öffentliche Bücherei0.0
Öffentliche Bücherei Achensee0.0
Öffentliche Bücherei Matrei am Brenner0.0
Öffentliche Bücherei Mühlau0.0
Öffentliche Bücherei Mutters0.0
Öffentliche Bücherei Patsch0.0
Österreichische Selbsthilfe-Initiative Stottern (ÖSIS)0.0
Pfarrbibliothek Allerheiligen0.0
Provinzbibliothek der Kapuziner Innsbruck0.0
SoWi Bibliothek0.0
Stadtbücherei Hall0.0
Stadtbücherei Schwaz0.0
Tiroler Landesarchiv0.0
Universitäts- und Landesbibliothek Tirol0.0

Farmers Markets in Wattens

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bauernmarkt
Bauernmarkt
Bauernmarkt
Bauernmarkt Alte Markthalle
Fliessen Otto
Hans-Brenner-Platz
Weihnachtsmarkt am goldenen Dach

Hotels in Wattens

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Alpenland
Hotel Dion
Hotel Goldener Adler

Restaurants in Wattens

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpenland
B3 Lounge - Restaurant - Bar
Carlos
Daniels Kristallwelten by DoN
das Grander
Die Smokerei
Kegelbahn-Buffet
Pizzeria Macho
Pronto Pasta
Pronto Pizza
Ristorante Pizzeria Il Terrazzo
Sandro Wattens
Schwan
Schwimmbad Restaurant
Wattenerhof

Cafes in Wattens

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Platzl
delizioso
Intermezzo
LP

Monuments in Wattens

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kollergang
Kugelkocher

Theme Parks in Wattens

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Swarovski Kristallwelten

Dentists in Wattens

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Sandra Kirchler
Dr. Sophie Bayerl
Dr. Thomas Eller
prio.dent

Veterinaries in Wattens

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Tanja Isser

Bus Stations in Wattens

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AT #507773528

Gas Stations in Wattens

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Disk
Eni
Shell Express

Banks in Wattens

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

bank99
Raiffeisen
Sparkasse

Gyms in Wattens

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Invibe
Kraftwerk

Breweries in Wattens

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bierfabrik Innsbruck
Innsbrucker Bräu

Stadiums & Teams in Wattens

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Wattens

74 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Spieljoch - Fügen 0.0 $0
Ski Juwel - Reith im Alpbachtal 0.0 $0
Ehrwalder Almbahn 0.0 $0
Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau 0.0 $0
Mühlberg Scharnitz 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Leutasch - Katzenkopflift 0.0 $0
Biberwier - Marienberg 0.0 $0
Seefeld / Birkenlift & Geigenbühellift 0.0 $0
Seefeld - Rosshütte 0.0 $0
Kellerjoch 0.0 $0
Ehrwald Wettersteinbahnen 0.0 $0
Toni Seelos Sprungschanzen 0.0 $0
Seefeld - Gschwandtkopf 0.0 $0
Nordkette 0.0 $0
Skigebiet Hochfügen - Zillertal 0.0 $0
Bergisel Schanze 0.0 $0
Zillertal Arena 0.0 $0
Glungezer 0.0 $0
Rangger Köpfl 0.0 $0
Olympiaschanzen 0.0 $0
Skilift Beuerberg 0.0 $0
Grafenherberge (Rankenlift) 0.0 $0
Sudelfeld - Bayrischzell 0.0 $0
Brauneck 0.0 $0
Spitzingsee-Tegernsee 0.0 $0
Zahmer Kaiser 0.0 $0
Steckenberg 0.0 $0
Christlum 0.0 $0
Wintersportschule Krimml 0.0 $0
Eckbauer 0.0 $0
Skiweltcup Garmisch-Kandahar Rennen 0.0 $0
Garmisch-Classic Skiarea 0.0 $0
SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental 0.0 $0
Niederau (Wildschönau) 0.0 $0
Rofan Seilbahn 0.0 $0
Ski resort Zugspitze 0.0 $0
Karwendel Bergbahn 0.0 $0
Ratschings-Jaufen 0.0 $0
Stubaier Gletscher 0.0 $0
Klausberg - Monte Chiusetta 0.0 $0
Klausberg Skiarena 0.0 $0
Rein in Taufers - Riva di Tures 0.0 $0
Sölden 0.0 $0
Speikboden 0.0 $0
Rosskopf 0.0 $0
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 0.0 $0
Vent 0.0 $0
Stubai 0.0 $0
Gitschberg Jochtal 0.0 $0
Terenten - Terento 0.0 $0
Gsieser Tal 0.0 $0
Ski Resort Pfelders 0.0 $0
Kronplatz - Plan de Corones 0.0 $0
Reinswald 0.0 $0
Antermoia 0.0 $0
Brixen Plose - Plose di Bressanone 0.0 $0
Mayrhofen Hippach 0.0 $0
Muttereralm - Mutters/Götzens 0.0 $0
Kühtai 0.0 $0
Hochoetz-Kühtai 0.0 $0
Hochoetz 0.0 $0
Patscherkofel 0.0 $0
Gerlosstein / Hainzenberg 0.0 $0
Sonnenberglift in Gries 0.0 $0
Axamer Lizum 0.0 $0
Meran 2000 0.0 $0
Schlick 2000 0.0 $0
Serlesbahnen 0.0 $0
Skilift Floiten Ginzling 0.0 $0
Sonnenbergbahn 0.0 $0
Elferlifte Neustift im Stubaital 0.0 $0
Hintertuxer Gletscher 0.0 $0
Krößbach 0.0 $0
Bergeralm 0.0 $0

Airports Near Wattens

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Innsbruck AirportINNLarge Airport
Altenstadt Army AirfieldSmall Airport
Antdorf Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Antersberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Endorf/Jolling AirfieldSmall Airport
Benediktbeuern AirfieldSmall Airport
Brannenburg AirfieldSmall Airport
Campo Volo TrensSmall Airport
Dobbiaco-Toblach AirstripSmall Airport
Geitau AirfieldSmall Airport
Geratshof AirfieldSmall Airport
Greiling AirfieldSmall Airport
Gsiesertal / Valle di CasiesSmall Airport
Heimatshofen Private Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Kleinhartpenning ULSmall Airport
Königsdorf Gliding CenterSmall Airport
Kufstein-Langkampfen AirfieldSmall Airport
Locher FieldSmall Airport
Ohlstadt AirfieldSmall Airport
Paterzell AirfieldSmall Airport
Peißenberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Peiting AirfieldSmall Airport
San Genesio AirfieldSmall Airport
Sollach AirstripSmall Airport
Starnberg-Landstetten AirfieldSmall Airport
Sterzing / Vipiteno AirfieldSmall Airport
Vogtareuth AirfieldSmall Airport
Wangen bei Starnberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Warngau AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Wattens

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Filiale 6112

Treatment Centers in Wattens

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ambulantes Rehazentrum VITREA
Kinder- und Jugend- Rehabilitationszentrum Wiesing
Reha Innsbruck
Reha Zentrum Münster
Sonnenpark Lans

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wattens

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Evang. Christuskirche
Friedhofskapelle
Laurentiuskirche Wattens
Marienkirche

Explore Near Wattens

Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Vienna
Elevation
564 m (1,850 ft)
Area
10.8 km² (4.2 mi²)
Postal Code
6112
Website
wattens.tirol.gv.at/

🇦🇹 About Austria

Capital Vienna
Population 8,847,037
Area 83,858 km²
GDP (USD) $516,670,509,629
GDP per capita $56,580
HDI 0.926
Life expectancy 81.5 years
Internet users 95.3%
Urban population 69.2%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +43
TLD .at
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Austria

20 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 19 Saint Joseph's Day Josefstag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 National Holiday Staatsfeiertag
May 4 Saint Florian's Day Florianitag
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Maria Himmelfahrt
Sep 24 Saint Rupert's Day Rupertitag
Oct 26 National Holiday Nationalfeiertag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 11 Saint Martin's Day Martinstag
Nov 15 Saint Leopold's Day Leopolditag
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Mariä Empfängnis
Dec 25 Christmas Day Weihnachten
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Stefanitag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wattens

What is the population of Wattens?

Wattens has a population of 7,881 residents and is located in Austria. The population density is 1,510 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.

Is Wattens expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,064, 5% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Wattens?

Wattens has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.4 inches, with 236.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wattens?

There are 307 business establishments in the area.

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