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Baelen, Belgium

Wallonia · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Baelen is a small town in Wallonia, Belgium with a population of 3,928. Elevation: 843 ft (257 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,928 Population
843 ft Elevation 257 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
64.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Brussels 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 20.0%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population3,928
Median Age41.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$55,291
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity20.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.3%
Depression14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain64.2 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation843 ft (257 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population3,928
Elevation843 ft (257 m)
Coordinates50.6313°, 5.9743°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceWallonia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation64.2 inches (1,631 mm)
Annual Snowfall38.1 inches (97 cm)
Median Age41.6 years

Is Baelen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baelen receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Baelen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% 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

Baelen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.2 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Baelen has a population of 3,928. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,928
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Baelen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Baelen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baelen is N/A. Per capita income is $55,291 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 77, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Baelen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$55,291

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living77.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Baelen, 20.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.0% have high blood pressure. 22.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.0%
38% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Baelen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 38.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.2 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation843 ft (257 m)
Coordinates50.6313°N, 5.9743°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
August 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Baelen has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 35°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.8").

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. 94.6% 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Baelen

What is the population of Baelen?

Baelen has a population of 3,928 residents and is located in Belgium.. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Baelen expensive to live in?

Baelen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 77 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Baelen?

Baelen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.2 inches, with 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Baelen?

The unemployment rate in Baelen is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Baelen?

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

How healthy is Baelen?

The obesity rate in Baelen is 20.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.3% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 14.3% of residents report depression.

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