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Wismar, Germany
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · Germany
Wismar is a mid-size city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany with a population of 45,255. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 45,255 |
| Population Density | 2,204 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.8922°, 11.4556° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Mecklenburg-Vorpommern |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.4 inches (619 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.5 inches (14 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,447 |
About Wismar
Wismar is a mid-size city in Germany (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) with a population of 45,255. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Wismar vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,447 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,765 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,800 |
| 68% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $454 |
| 61% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 19.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 19.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 80.4% |
| Housing Units | 18,102 |
Property Tax
Climate in Wismar
Wismar has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 602 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 20.5 sq mi (53.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,204/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.8922°N, 11.4556°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in |
Wismar has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 33°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Wismar
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berufsschulzentrum Nord | - | - | - | - |
| Gerhart-Hauptmann-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Seeblick-Grundschule Wismar | - | - | - | - |
| Rudolf-Tarnow-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Hanse-Grundschule Wismar | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule am Friedenshof | - | - | - | - |
| Bertolt-Brecht-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Fritz-Reuter-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Evangelische Schule Robert Lansemann | - | - | - | - |
| Gerhard-Hauptmann-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Berufsschulzentrum Nord Dienstgebäude Mozartstraße | - | - | - | - |
| Kreisvolkshochschule | - | - | - | - |
| Integrierte Gesamtschule "Johann Wolfgang von Goethe" | - | - | - | - |
| Fritz-Reuter-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Geschwister-Scholl-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Ostsee-Schule Wismar | - | - | - | - |
| Freie Schule Wismar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wismar
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDR 1 Radio MV | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Radio MV (Regio Rostock) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Radio MV (HGW) | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mathees Rocksound SN Warnitz | blues rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wismar FM | charts, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 40plus (DK) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Hellbach | 60s, 70's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Supermix | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Schlagerwelle | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Wismar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorfmuseum Stove | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heinrich-Schliemann-Gedenkstätte | ||||
| Inselmuseum | ||||
| Kreisagrarmuseum Dorf Mecklenburg | ||||
| phanTECHNIKUM | ||||
| Schabbellhaus | ||||
| Waldglasmuseum | ||||
| Welterbehaus |
Libraries in Wismar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Bad Kleinen | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hochschulbibliothek Wismar | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Warin | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek, Zweigstelle | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Neukloster | 0.0 |
Hotels in Wismar
20 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wismar
61 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wismar
24 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Wismar
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Wismar
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wismar
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Wismar
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wismar
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wismar
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wismar
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wismar
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wismar
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wismar
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wismar
10 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wismar
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Wismar
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wismar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauerei Hennings | ||||
| STUUV |
Stadiums & Teams in Wismar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wismar
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lübeck Blankensee Airport | LBC | Medium Airport |
| Bobzin Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fehmarn-Neujellingsdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grube Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kammermark Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neu-Gülze Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neustadt-Glewe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Parchim Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pinnow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pritzwalk-Sommersberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rerik-Zweedorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sierksdorf/Hof Altona Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teldau-Amholz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wismar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wismar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hermes Paketshop |
Treatment Centers in Wismar
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Median Klinik Wismar | ||
| Mutter-Kind-Klinik Rerik | ||
| Ostseeklinik Boltenhagen | ||
| Ostseeklinik Boltenhagen | ||
| Ostseeklinik Poel | ||
| Strandklinik |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wismar
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christliche Gemeinde Wismar | |
| Christuskirche Wismar | |
| Evangelisch-Freikirchliche Gemeinde | |
| Haus der Begegnung | |
| Heiligen-Geist-Kirche | |
| Islamischer Bund Wismar | |
| Landeskirchliche Gemeinschaft | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche Wismar | |
| Neue Kirche | |
| Saint Nicolai | |
| Sankt Laurentius | |
| St.-Georgen-Kirche | |
| St.-Marien-Kirchturm |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wismar
What is the population of Wismar?
Wismar has a population of 45,255 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 2,204 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 square miles.
Is Wismar expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,447, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,800 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $454 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Wismar?
Wismar 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 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Wismar?
There are 1,765 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Wismar?
The median home value in Wismar is $90,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $454. The homeownership rate is 19.6%.