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Bad Gams, Austria

Styria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Bad Gams is a small town in Styria, Austria with a population of 573. Elevation: 1,355 ft (413 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
573 Population 31/sq mi density
1,355 ft Elevation 413 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
60.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
55% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population573
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,580
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population573
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Coordinates46.8711°, 15.2247°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceStyria
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation60.8 inches (1,544 mm)
Annual Snowfall70.2 inches (178 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Bad Gams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bad Gams 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bad Gams offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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

Bad Gams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches, including 70.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Bad Gams has a population of 573 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 square miles. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

573
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
18.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bad Gams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bad Gams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bad Gams is N/A. Per capita income is $56,580 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bad Gams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
55% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bad Gams, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 77.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bad Gams vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity77.8%
Depression10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Bad Gams experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 264 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 60.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 70.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,355 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall70.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Area18.8 sq mi (48.7 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates46.8711°N, 15.2247°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.6 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.3 in Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Bad Gams has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 30°F in December to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.3% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density31/sq mi
Total Area18.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bad Gams

What is the population of Bad Gams?

Bad Gams has a population of 573 residents and is located in Austria. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Bad Gams expensive to live in?

Bad Gams is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bad Gams?

Bad Gams has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches, with 70.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Bad Gams?

The unemployment rate in Bad Gams is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Bad Gams?

35.0% of adults in Bad Gams hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bad Gams?

The obesity rate in Bad Gams is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 77.8% are physically inactive. 10.2% of residents report depression.

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