Categories in Grenchen
Car & Light Vehicle DealershipsCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationNew car dealersIndustrial Equipment SupplierMachine ConstructionMachines WholesaleMachining ManufacturerMetal FinisherMetal Processing CompanyMetalworkingMetalworking Services & WorkshopsPlastic Fabrication CompanyWatch ManufacturerCleanersClothing storesFashion Accessories StoreShoe storesWomen's clothingMobile phone storesAssociation or OrganizationChurchesClubCultural AssociationMailing ServicePost OfficeSocial Services OrganizationComputer ConsultantElectronics StoreHome Audio & Video RetailSoftware CompanySoftware ConsultantAerospace CompanyAppliance StoreArchitectsAutomation CompanyBathroom RemodelerBuilding Construction ContractorBuilding consultantsBuilding Materials StoreCarpenterConstruction of buildingsContractorElectrical Installation ServiceElectricianEngineering ConsultantFlooring ContractorFoundationHVAC ContractorKitchen Furniture StoreKitchen RemodelerMechanical ContractorMechanical EngineerMetal constructionPainting and paint contractorsRoofing contractorTile ContractorCoachingDriving schoolsEducationFlying schoolsKindergartenMartial Arts SchoolPilates StudioPrimary SchoolYoga StudioFestivalGraphic DesignerJewelry DesignerLandscape DesignerMuseumsPerforming Arts TheaterPhotographerTourist AttractionWebsite DesignerAsian RestaurantBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsButcherCafesCatererFast food restaurantsGrocery stores and supermarketsItalian restaurantsMeal TakeawayPizzaPizza DeliveryRestaurantsSwiss RestaurantFurniture storesInterior decorationsLandscaperNurseries and garden suppliesAtm'sBanksCertified Public AccountantFinancial ConsultantFinancial InstitutionInsurance AgencyLaw FirmLawyerLegal ServicesLoan companiesPension Funds and PlansTax ConsultantTax Preparation ServiceAlternative medicineDental LaboratoryDentistsHealth ConsultantMedical PracticeOphthalmologistsOpticians and eyewearPhysiotherapyBarbersBeauty salonsFitness centersFoot CareHairdresserHair SalonManicures and pedicuresMassageThai Massage TherapistAdvertising AgencyAdvertising ServiceBusiness Management ConsultantBusiness Support & OutsourcingBusiness to Business ServiceConsulting & Advisory ServicesCorporate Entities & OfficesInternet Marketing ServiceKioskLabor UnionManagement Consultant FirmMarketing AgencyMediaEscrow ServiceProperty Management CompanyReal Estate AgencyReal Estate AgentsReal Estate ConsultantComputer storesConvenience storesCosmetics StoreDental Supply StoreFloristsGift ShopHearing Aid StoreNewsstandPharmacyShoppingSupermarketVaporizer StoreWatch StoreWholesale storeBicyclesGymGymnastics ClubPlaygroundSporting Goods StoreSports AssociationSports clubSports ComplexAirportCourier ServiceElectric Vehicle Charging StationFreight/commercial transportHotels and motelsLodgingParking Lot for BicyclesTransportation ServiceTravel AgencyUnreachable
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Grenchen
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate management | 237 | 31 years |
| Shopping | 144 | 53 years |
| Restaurants | 93 | — |
| Construction of buildings | 77 | 35 years |
| Health and medical | 75 | — |
| Beauty salons | 63 | — |
| Real estate | 62 | 49 years |
| Car repair | 61 | 47 years |
| Electronics stores | 43 | 37 years |
| Jewelers and watches | 42 | 53 years |
| Other construction | 42 | — |
| Education | 41 | — |
| Hairdressers | 39 | — |
| Wholesale of machinery | 36 | 52 years |
Grenchen Facts
| Area | 7.6 km² |
| Population | 12,196 |
| Male Population | 5,984 (49.1%) |
| Female Population | 6,212 (50.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -16.1% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +0.1% |
| Median Age | 45 years (Male: 43.7, Female: 46.4) |
| Neighborhoods | Innere Stadt, Bümpliz, Lorraine, Altenberg, Kleinhüningen |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central European Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 47.19210, 7.39586 |
| Postal Codes | 2540 |
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Grenchen Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,541 | 12,843 | 12,186 | 11,925 | 12,196 |
| Population Density | 1,907 / km² | 1,684.3 / km² | 1,598.2 / km² | 1,563.9 / km² | 1,599.5 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Grenchen Population change from 2000 to 2015
Decrease of 2.1% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenchen | -18% | -7.1% | -2.1% |
| Canton of Solothurn | +9.9% | +11% | +7.8% |
| Switzerland | +30.6% | +24.4% | +15.8% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Grenchen Median Age
Median Age: 45 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenchen | 45 yrs | 46.4 yrs | 43.7 yrs |
| Canton of Solothurn | 42.9 yrs | 43.8 yrs | 42.1 yrs |
| Switzerland | 41.4 yrs | 42.3 yrs | 40.5 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Grenchen Population Density
Population Density: 1,600 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenchen | 12,196 | 7.6 km² | 1,600 / km² |
| Canton of Solothurn | 261,389 | 790.4 km² | 331 / km² |
| Switzerland | 8.3 million | 41,281.4 km² | 200 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Grenchen Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Grenchen
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Grenchen
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Grenchen CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenchen | 143,785 tn | 11.79 tn | 18,857.1 tons/km² |
| Canton of Solothurn | 3,094,643 tn | 11.84 tn | 3,915.3 tons/km² |
| Switzerland | 96,432,235 tn | 11.67 tn | 2,336 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Grenchen CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 143,785 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 11.79 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 18,857.1 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (9) |
| Earthquake | Medium (4) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/4/18 | 9:36 PM | 3.1 | 64.3 km | 15,230 m | 2km W of Schliengen, Germany | usgs.gov |
| 5/5/09 | 1:39 AM | 3.6 | 58.8 km | 10,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 3/21/07 | 4:45 PM | 3.1 | 45.9 km | 8,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 2/2/07 | 3:54 AM | 3.6 | 46.3 km | 5,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 1/16/07 | 12:09 AM | 3.6 | 45.8 km | 5,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 1/6/07 | 7:19 AM | 3.4 | 45.8 km | 5,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/06 | 8:19 PM | 3 | 45.8 km | 5,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/06 | 4:48 PM | 3.9 | 45.8 km | 5,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/06 | 3:46 PM | 3.2 | 46.8 km | 5,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/06 | 3:06 AM | 3.1 | 47.1 km | 10,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Grenchen
Grenchen (French: Granges) is a municipality in the district of Lebern in the canton of Solothurn in Switzerland. is located at the foot of the Jura mountains between Solothurn and Biel, approximately 25 km (16 mi) north of Bern. With over 16,000 in..
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