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Balgstädt, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Balgstädt is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 666. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
666 Population
387 ft Elevation 118 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
$337/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 $337
71% 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

Population666
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$337
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
Elevation387 ft (118 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population666
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates51.2053°, 11.7333°
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 Balgstädt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balgstädt 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. Balgstädt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balgstädt 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 $337 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

Balgstädt 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.

Balgstädt has a population of 666. 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

666
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Balgstädt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balgstädt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balgstädt 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: Balgstädt 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 $337 (71% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$337
71% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

In Balgstädt, 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: Balgstädt 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

Balgstädt 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 387 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

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates51.2053°N, 11.7333°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15084025

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 1.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in

Balgstädt has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.2").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Balgstädt

What is the population of Balgstädt?

Balgstädt has a population of 666 residents and is located in Germany.. 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 Balgstädt expensive to live in?

Balgstädt 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 $337 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Balgstädt?

Balgstädt 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 Balgstädt?

Balgstädt 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 Balgstädt?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $337.

How are the schools in Balgstädt?

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

How healthy is Balgstädt?

The obesity rate in Balgstädt 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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