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Bad Essen, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Bad Essen is a small city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 15,732. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
15,732 Population
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher 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

Population15,732
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population15,732
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates52.3167°, 8.3333°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age45.7 years

Is Bad Essen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bad Essen receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Bad Essen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Bad Essen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Bad Essen has a population of 15,732. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,732
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bad Essen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bad Essen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bad Essen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bad Essen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Bad Essen, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 83.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bad Essen 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

Bad Essen has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates52.3167°N, 8.3333°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

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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