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Bad Karlshafen, Germany

Hesse · 🇩🇪 Germany

Bad Karlshafen is a small town in Hesse, Germany with a population of 4,097. Elevation: 390 ft (119 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,097 Population
390 ft Elevation 119 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
29.4 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

Population4,097
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation390 ft (119 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population4,097
Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Coordinates51.6426°, 9.4548°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceHesse
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation29.4 inches (746 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.3 inches (19 cm)
Median Age45.7 years

Is Bad Karlshafen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bad Karlshafen 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 Karlshafen 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 Karlshafen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Bad Karlshafen has a population of 4,097. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,097
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bad Karlshafen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bad Karlshafen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bad Karlshafen 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 Karlshafen 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 Karlshafen, 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 Karlshafen 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 Karlshafen has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. The area enjoys 283 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall7.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Coordinates51.6426°N, 9.4548°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

Nearby Cities

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