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Witzenhausen, Germany
Hesse · Germany
Witzenhausen is a small city in Hesse, Germany with a population of 16,055. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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People
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| Population | 16,055 |
| Population Density | 229 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.3410°, 9.8554° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Hesse |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.5 inches (60 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,646 |
About Witzenhausen
Witzenhausen is a small city in Germany (Hesse) with a population of 16,055. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Witzenhausen vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,646 |
| 63% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 626 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,000 |
| 73% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $385 |
| 67% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.6% |
| Housing Units | 6,422 |
Property Tax
Climate in Witzenhausen
Witzenhausen has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 612 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Area | 70.2 sq mi (181.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 229/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.3410°N, 9.8554°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in |
Witzenhausen has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 34°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Witzenhausen
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johannisberg-Schule | — | — | — | — |
| Berufliche Schulen des Werra-Meißner-Kreises in Witzenhausen | — | — | — | — |
| Kesperschule | — | — | — | — |
| Johannisberg-Schule Unterstufe | — | — | — | — |
| DEULA Witzenhausen, Bildungszentrum für angewandte Technik | — | — | — | — |
| Lindenhofschule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Witzenhausen
40 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO BOB - Power Metal | metal, power metal | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Blues [mp3 | 192 kbps] | 1920s, 1960s | MP3 | |
| Radio BOB - Nu Metal (mp3 192) | metal, nu metal | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [aac | 64 kbps] | 1970s, classic rock | AAC | |
| Radio Bob - Classic Rock | — | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [aac | 64 kbps] | alternative, blues | AAC | |
| hr1 Nordhessen | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| hr3 Nordhessen | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BOB - Nu Metal (aac 64) | metal, nu metal | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB - 70er Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] | 1970s, classic rock | MP3 | |
| Radio bob | — | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB! 2000er Rock [64 kbit/s AAC] | alternative rock, emo | AAC | |
| Radio Bob | rock/hardrock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Blues [aac | 64 kbps] | 1920s, 1960s | AAC | |
| RADIO BOB! Rockparty | metal, rock | MP3 | |
| hr4 Nordhessen | oldies, volksmusik | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Roadtrip | classic rock, hard rock | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [mp3 | 192 kbps] | aor, art rock | MP3 | |
| MDR THÜRINGEN Nordthüringen | heiligenstadt, hits | AAC 102 kbps | |
| Epic Lounge - COCKTAIL LOUNGE | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO BOB - Newcomer | new rock, newcomer | MP3 | |
| Radio Bob - Mittelalter Rock | — | MP3 | |
| Freies Radio Kassel | — | MP3 170 kbps | |
| Radio RFM (Rundfunk Meissner e.V.) | community radio | OGG 96 kbps | |
| SCHLAGER | 70er, kult | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO 21 Göttingen | pop, rock | MP3 | |
| Leinewelle | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| energy 93 | eurodance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noise On FM | dance, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Technolovers BIG ROOM | big room, bigroom | MP3 192 kbps | |
| FMRausch: FM Rausch Radio | ambient, avantgarde | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BOB! National (192kbps) | 80s, 90s | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB! DONOTS | — | MP3 | |
| Flashbass.fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bob - Country | country | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Southern Rock [mp3 | 192 kbps] | alternative, blues | MP3 | |
| Radio Bob! Britpop | — | MP3 | |
| RADIO BOB - Chillout Unplugged Songs [aac | 64 kbps] | aor, art rock | AAC | |
| Radio Bob - Women of Rock | rock, women | MP3 | |
| Lumbung radio | alternative, arts | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Witzenhausen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergwerksmuseum Roßgang | ||||
| Biodiversitätsmuseum | ||||
| Dauerausstellung "Auf der Spur europäischer Zwangsarbeit. Südniedersachsen 1939-1945" | ||||
| Denkräume für Kulturgeschichte(n) | ||||
| Dorfmuseum | ||||
| Dr. Wolfs Wunderkammer | ||||
| Europäisches Brotmuseum | ||||
| Forgotten Creatures | ||||
| Gaußhaus | ||||
| Gaußmuseum | ||||
| Geowissenschaftliches Museum der Universität Göttingen | ||||
| Grenzmuseum Schifflersgrund | ||||
| Grube Gustav | ||||
| Günter Grass Archiv-Haus | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Datterode | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Karl Schmidt | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Meinhard | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Nikolausberg | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Spangenberg | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Waake | ||||
| Heinrich Sohnrey Archiv | ||||
| Historische Sammlung | ||||
| Holleum | ||||
| Hugenottenhaus | ||||
| Landwirtschaftsmuseum | ||||
| Mariannes Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Museum "Alte Schule" | ||||
| Museum am Thie | ||||
| Museum Friedland | ||||
| Museum Reiffenhausen | ||||
| Museuʍ of Knowledge | ||||
| Naturparkausstellung "Mach's nachhaltig!" | ||||
| Physicalisches Cabinet | ||||
| Quantzmuseum | ||||
| Salzmuseum | ||||
| Städtisches Museum | ||||
| Städtisches Museum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtwarte | ||||
| Steinarbeiter-Museum | ||||
| Stockmachermuseum | ||||
| Torhaus-Galerie | ||||
| Trink Wasser! Museum Germerode | ||||
| Völkerkundliches Museum | ||||
| Waldwichtelhaus | ||||
| Wurst- und Hausschlachtemuseum Klausenhof | ||||
| Ziegeleimuseum | ||||
| Zinnfigurenkabinett |
Libraries in Witzenhausen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ausleihcontainer | 0.0 | |||||
| Außenstelle Witzenhausen der Universitätsbibliothek Kassel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Forstwissenschaften | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Kulturwissenschaften | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Medizin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Physik | 0.0 | |||||
| Bereichsbibliothek Wirtschafts- und Sozialwissenschaften | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek der Abteilung für deutsche Rechtsgeschichte & Römisches Recht und Gemeines Recht | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek der Abteilung für Kriminologie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek der Abteilung für Römisches und Gemeines Recht | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek der Fakultät für Geowissenschaften und Geographie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek des Althistorischen Seminars | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek des Deutsch-Chinesischen Instituts für Rechtswissenschaften | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek des Instituts für Völkerrecht und Europarecht | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek des Lehrstuhls für Rechts- und Sozialphilosophie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek des Mathematischen Instituts | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Waldweg | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei der Corvinusgemeimde | 0.0 | |||||
| DITSL-Bibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernst-Koch-Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Oberkaufungen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Waake | 0.0 | |||||
| Hans-Litten-Archiv | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resources Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Niedersächsische Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Göttingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Ortsbibliothek Arenshausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Ortsbücherei Rosdorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Rolf-Hochhuth-Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Schulbibliothek OHG | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtarchiv Göttingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek - Zweigstelle Geismar | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Göttingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei - Zweigstelle Elliehausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei - Zweigstelle Grone | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei - Zweigstelle Nikolausberg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei - Zweigstelle Roringen | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei - Zweigstelle Weende | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Waldkappel | 0.0 | |||||
| SUB - Historisches Gebäude | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitätsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Verbundzentrale des GBV | 0.0 | |||||
| Zentralbibliothek der Juristischen Fakultät | 0.0 | |||||
| Zentralbibliothek der Juristischen Fakultät im Blauen Turm | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Witzenhausen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelebser Feierabendmarkt | |||||
| Johanniskirchhof | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Bovenden | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Göttingen |
Hotels in Witzenhausen
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Witzenhausen
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Witzenhausen
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Witzenhausen
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Witzenhausen
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Witzenhausen
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Witzenhausen
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Witzenhausen
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Witzenhausen
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Witzenhausen
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Witzenhausen
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Witzenhausen
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Witzenhausen
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Witzenhausen
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Witzenhausen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eschweger Klosterbrauerei | ||||
| Eschweger Klosterbrauerei | ||||
| Schinkels Back- & Brauhaus | ||||
| Schinkels Brauerei | ||||
| Scholar Brauerei |
Stadiums & Teams in Witzenhausen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Witzenhausen
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Area Mühlwiese | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Witzenhausen
44 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kassel Airport | KSF | Large Airport |
| Eisenach-Kindel Airport | EIB | Medium Airport |
| Fritzlar Army Airfield | FRZ | Medium Airport |
| Alsfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aue bei Hattorf Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Auf der Schaufel Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Gandersheim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Hersfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bad Pyrmont Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bisperode Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bleicherode Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blomberg-Borkhausen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bollrich Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brakel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Der Dingel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dolmar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dornberg-Sontra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Edermünde-Grifte Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eichsfeld Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz „Graner Berg“ | — | Small Airport |
| Gronau Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hellenhagen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hessisch Lichtenau Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hohenstein UL | — | Small Airport |
| Hölleberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Höxter-Holzminden Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ithwiesen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kreuzebra Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Langenberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lauterbach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mosenberg Airfeld | — | Small Airport |
| Mühlhausen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Northeim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Plätzer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salzgitter-Schäferstuhl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stauffenbühl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Steinberg at Wessein Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sultmer Berg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Uslar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Weidberg-Kaltenwestheim Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Weper Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ziegenhain-Der Ring Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zierenberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Witzenhausen
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hermes | |
| Post |
Treatment Centers in Witzenhausen
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Geriatrie Zentrum Rhenanus | ||
| Klinik Hoher Meißner | ||
| Klinik Kurhessen - Haus Werra | ||
| Sonnenberg-Klinik | ||
| Therapiezentrum OPEN |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Witzenhausen
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ev. Kirche | |
| Ev. Kirche | |
| Ev. Kirche | |
| Evangelische Kirche Dohrenbach | |
| Evangelische Kirche Ellingerode | |
| Evangelische Kirche Hubenrode | |
| Evangelische Kirchen Unterrieden | |
| Friedhofskapelle | |
| Kapelle | |
| Kirche am Campus | |
| Kirche Blickershausen | |
| Königreichssaal | |
| Liebfrauenkirche | |
| Sankt Michaels Kapelle | |
| St. Johannis | |
| St. Katharinenkirche Ermschwerd | |
| Zum Göttlichen Erlöser |
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What is the population of Witzenhausen?
Witzenhausen has a population of 16,055 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 229 people per square mile, spread across 70.2 square miles.
Is Witzenhausen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,646, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $77,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $385 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 Witzenhausen?
Witzenhausen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 23.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Witzenhausen?
There are 626 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Witzenhausen?
The median home value in Witzenhausen is $77,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $385. The homeownership rate is 54.4%.