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Werl, Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia · Germany
Werl is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 32,149. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
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| Population | 32,149 |
| Population Density | 1,114 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.5549°, 7.9140° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.3 inches (820 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.8 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,424 |
About Werl
Werl is a mid-size city in Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia) with a population of 32,149. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Werl vs Germany
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,424 |
| 58% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,254 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $86,200 |
| 69% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $431 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 47.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 47.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 52.4% |
| Housing Units | 12,860 |
Property Tax
Climate in Werl
Werl has an average annual temperature of 10.6°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.8°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 691 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 28.9 sq mi (74.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.5549°N, 7.9140°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.0 in |
Werl has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.9").
Schools in Werl
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josefschule | - | - | - | - |
| Ursulinengymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Ursulinenrealschule | - | - | - | - |
| Städt. Mariengymnasium Werl | - | - | - | - |
| Schule am Adelwald | - | - | - | - |
| Walburgis Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
| Hedwig-Dransfeld-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Norbertschule | - | - | - | - |
| Sporthalle Ursulinen Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Sälzer-Sekundarschule | - | - | - | - |
| Peter-Härtling-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Petrigrundschule Werl | - | - | - | - |
| Marienschule | - | - | - | - |
| Alte Carl-Orff-Grundschule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Werl
36 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDR 2 Ruhrgebiet | adult contemporary, news talk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lippewelle Hamm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio HOUSE | dance, dance music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WDR COSMO -- (https) | diversity, global | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ROMANTIC PIANO by Epic Piano | classic, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO 21 Nordrhein-Westfalen | pop, rock | MP3 | |
| Radio Sauerland | 80er, 90er | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BreakZ HipHop & House | edm, elektro | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Lippewelle Hamm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| jcradio4m3 | christian, christlich | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Feierfreund | - | MP3 | |
| Brillux Radio | - | AAC | |
| Dunkler Welle - Das Schwärzeste Radio Im Netz | eclectic | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Skamusic Münster | ska | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio AMERICAN CHRISTMAS | americana, ballads | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Moshhead | metal, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Dinner | ambient, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Technolovers HARDCORE | electronic, electronica | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio 91.2 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein 80er Radio | 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio LOVEHITS | liebe, liebeslieder | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Fox and More | 80s, 90s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioSilesia | folk, schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hagen | local, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Retrofm 30 Plus | easy listening, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein Lounge Radio | lounge | MP3 192 kbps | |
| move IT Radio | edm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 0nlineradio | acid jazz, classic jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| EPIC CLASSICAL - Classical Restaurant Music | #, chillout | MP3 192 kbps | |
| L'UniCo (Campusradio Paderborn) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Mottekstrehle | - | MP3 16 kbps | |
| Osradio 104,8 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Jamz69 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SOLO PIANO by Epic Piano | classic, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antenne Unna – Dein New Country Radio | new country | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Werl
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alter Hammer Oberrödinghausen | ||||
| Beckumer Zementmuseum | ||||
| Brennpunkt - Feuerwehrmuseum der Generationen | ||||
| Burghofmuseum | ||||
| Dat kleine Immenhuisken | ||||
| Elternhaus des Gefangenenpriesters Dr. h.c. Franz Stock | ||||
| Felsenmeermuseum | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum Soest | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Loh-Hof | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Loh-Hof | ||||
| Fritz-Winter-Haus | ||||
| Gründungsort EC Deilinghofen | ||||
| Grünsandsteinmuseum | ||||
| Gustav-Lübcke-Museum | ||||
| Hammer Eisenbahnfreunde | ||||
| Haus Rykenberg | ||||
| Heimat-Museum | ||||
| Heimathaus Kirchwelver | ||||
| Heimathaus Oestinghausen | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Hellwegmuseum | ||||
| Kettenschmiede-Museum | ||||
| Klostergartenmuseum | ||||
| KunstKirche | ||||
| Kunstmuseum Ahlen | ||||
| Kunstmuseum Wilhelm-Morgner-Haus | ||||
| Ländliches Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Landschaftsinformationszentrum | ||||
| LiebesLeben_Museum | ||||
| Luisenhütte | ||||
| Museum Forum der Völker | ||||
| Museum für Handwerk und Postgeschichte | ||||
| Museum in der Kornbrennerei | ||||
| Museumseisenbahn Hamm | ||||
| Museumsgarten | ||||
| Museumsgarten | ||||
| Museumsschmiede Galen | ||||
| Nadelmuseum | ||||
| Neues Museum | ||||
| Osthofentor (Museum) | ||||
| Reformierte Kirche - versöhnung | ||||
| Rennrad-Museum | ||||
| Sauerland-Museum | ||||
| Spritzenhaus | ||||
| St. Patrokli-Dom-Museum | ||||
| Stadtarchiv Hemer | ||||
| Städtisches Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Beckum | ||||
| Westfälisches Karnevalsmuseum |
Libraries in Werl
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bezirksbibliothek Herringen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bezirksbibliothek Rhynern | 0.0 | |||||
| Bezirksbücherei Bockum Hövel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bezirksbücherei Heessen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Landsberg-Velen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei im Bahnhof | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Walstedde | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorte-Hillecke-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Fachbibliothek FH SWF | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Bönen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Möhnesee | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Bonifatius | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Ludgeri | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Pankratius | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Peter | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Regina | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Sophia | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Stephanus | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Stephanus | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei Zur Heiligen Familie Westtünnen | 0.0 | |||||
| Leseoase St. Marien | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrbücherei am Karlsplatz | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrbücherei Lippborg | 0.0 | |||||
| Schulbuecherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Alt-Arnsberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Hüsten | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Neheim | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Ahlen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Fröndenberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Hamm | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Hemer | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Iserlohn | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Kamen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Soest | 0.0 | |||||
| Varnhagensche Bibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Werl
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gutenbergplatz | |||||
| Heessener Markt | |||||
| Höveler Marktplatz | |||||
| Kirchplatz | |||||
| Markt | |||||
| Markt Königsborn | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz Hamm | |||||
| Neheimer Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Neumarkt | |||||
| Oestinghauser Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Ahlen | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Drensteinfurt | |||||
| Wurstmarkt Unna |
Hotels in Werl
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Werl
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Werl
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Werl
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Werl
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Werl
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Werl
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Werl
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Werl
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Werl
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Werl
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Werl
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Werl
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammona Braumanufaktur GbR | ||||
| Privatbrauerei Heinrich | ||||
| Stiefel Jürgens |
Stadiums & Teams in Werl
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Werl
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesselbacher Gletscher | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skiarena Hahnenbecke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skiliftkarussell Winterberg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skihang am Poppenberg in Brilon | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skihang Tüppel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Werl
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dortmund Airport | DTM | Large Airport |
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | Large Airport |
| Paderborn Lippstadt Airport | PAD | Large Airport |
| Bielefeld Airport | BFE | Medium Airport |
| Ahlen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altena-Hegenscheid Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Menden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnsberg-Ruhrwiese Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Attendorn-Finnentrop Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Atterheide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beelen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bergneustadt-Auf dem Dümpel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Betzdorf-Kirchen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borghorst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkenberge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brilon-Hochsauerland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Büren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drensteinfurt Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Everswinkel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hagen-Hof-Wahl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hamm-Lippewiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hengsen-Opherdicke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hünsborn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Iserlohn-Rheinermark Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Iserlohn-Sümmern Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kamen-Heeren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lindlar Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lünen-Lippeweiden Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Meinerzhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Melle-Grönegau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Menden-Barge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meschede-Schüren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Metelen Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Münster-Telgte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oelde Bergeler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oerlinghausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oeventrop-Ruhrwiesen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ottmarsbocholt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plettenberg-Hüinghausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Radevormwald-Leye Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Reichshof-Eckenhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Bentlage Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Eschendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schameder Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schmallenberg-Rennefeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siegen-Eisernhardt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Soest-Bad Sassendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Waltrop Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Werdohl-Küntrop Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Westerenger Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Werl
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Becker Klinik Möhnesee | ||
| Klinik Quellenhof | ||
| Ruhrtalklinik Wickede |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Werl
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alte Wallfahrtskirche | |
| Evangelische Kirche Hilbeck | |
| Kapelle auf dem Gänzvöhde | |
| Kreuzwegplatz | |
| Muttergottes in der Not | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche, Gemeinde Werl | |
| Pauluskirche | |
| Pfarrkriche St. Cäcilia | |
| Sankt Andreas | |
| Sankt Norbert | |
| St. Agatha | |
| St. Antonius von Padua | |
| St. Josefs-Kapelle | |
| St. Kunibert | |
| St. Michael Budberg | |
| St. Peter | |
| St. Walburga, Propsteikirche | |
| Wallfahrtsbasilika Mariä Heimsuchung | |
| Zentralmoschee Werl |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Werl
What is the population of Werl?
Werl has a population of 32,149 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 1,114 people per square mile, spread across 28.9 square miles.
Is Werl expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,424, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $86,200 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $431 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Werl?
Werl has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Werl?
There are 1,254 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Werl?
The median home value in Werl is $86,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $431. The homeownership rate is 47.6%.