Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 20.0%

38% lower than US avg

Unemployment 5.9%

64% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.1%

99% lower than US avg

People

Population77,534

Median Age41.6 yrs

Density2,553/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$55,291

Unemployment5.9%

Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity20.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking22.3%

Depression14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI18 (Good)

Rain40.0 in/yr

Sunny Days211/yr

Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband94.6%

Population	77,534
Population Density	2,553 / sq mi
Elevation	39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates	50.9360°, 4.0355°
Timezone	Europe/Brussels
Country	🇧🇪 Belgium
State / Province	Flanders
Average Temperature	54°F (12°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	40.0 inches (1,015 mm)
Annual Snowfall	6.1 inches (15 cm)
Median Age	41.6 years

Is Aalst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aalst receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Aalst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aalst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Aalst has a population of 77,534 with a density of 2,553 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

77,534

Total Population

2,553

People / sq mi

41.6yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

30.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Aalst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Aalst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aalst is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Aalst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$55,291

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.9%
	64% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.1%
	99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	77.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Aalst, 20.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% are current smokers. 14.3% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aalst vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.0%
	38% below US avg
Diabetes	4.6%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.3%
	59% above US avg
Binge Drinking	8.7%
Physical Inactivity	83.5%
Depression	14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Aalst has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 211 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	53.5°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.0 inches
	5% above US avg
Snowfall	6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	18.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.5%

Geography

Elevation	39 ft (12 m)
Area	30.4 sq mi (78.7 km²)
Population Density	2,553/sq mi
Coordinates	50.9360°N, 4.0355°W
Timezone	Europe/Brussels

35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2,553/sq mi
Total Area	30.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Aalst, Belgium

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Is Aalst a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Aalst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Aalst vs U.S. Average

Income: Aalst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Aalst vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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