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Altenbeken, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Altenbeken is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 9,716. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
9,716 Population
810 ft Elevation 247 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$29,580 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$29,580 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$366/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,580
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $366
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.4%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population9,716
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,580
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$366
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity20.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.5%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation810 ft (247 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.4%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population9,716
Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Coordinates51.7646°, 8.9420°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,018 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.7 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$29,580
Median Age45.7 years

Is Altenbeken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altenbeken receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Altenbeken stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altenbeken is $29,580, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $366 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Altenbeken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Altenbeken has a population of 9,716. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 25.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,716
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Altenbeken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Altenbeken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altenbeken is $29,580, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,777 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 75.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Altenbeken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,580
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,777

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living75.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $366 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$366
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

In Altenbeken, 20.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 83.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.4%
36% below US avg
Diabetes5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity83.7%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Altenbeken experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Coordinates51.7646°N, 8.9420°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05774004
35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 92.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.4%
5% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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