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Altenroda, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Altenroda is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 557. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
557 Population 101/sq mi density
781 ft Elevation 238 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
30.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,204 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,204 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$358/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,204
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $358
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

Population557
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,204
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$358
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population557
Population Density101 / sq mi
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates51.2401°, 11.5649°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.1 inches (765 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.9 inches (56 cm)
Median Household Income$27,204
Median Age45.7 years

Is Altenroda a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altenroda is $27,204, 64% 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 $358 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

Altenroda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 21.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Altenroda has a population of 557 with a density of 101 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. 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

557
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Altenroda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Altenroda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altenroda is $27,204, which is 64% 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: Altenroda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,204
64% 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 $358 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$358
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%

Property Tax

In Altenroda, 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: Altenroda 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

Altenroda experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 781 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall21.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates51.2401°N, 11.5649°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15084015

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in

Altenroda has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.3").

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

Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Altenroda

What is the population of Altenroda?

Altenroda has a population of 557 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Altenroda expensive to live in?

Altenroda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 75.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $27,204, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $358 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Altenroda?

Altenroda has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches, with 21.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Altenroda?

Altenroda has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Altenroda?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $358.

How are the schools in Altenroda?

35.4% of adults in Altenroda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Altenroda?

The obesity rate in Altenroda is 20.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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