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Baltrum, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Baltrum is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 465. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
465 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
29.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,434 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,434 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$633/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,434
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% 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

Population465
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,434
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population465
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates53.7284°, 7.3714°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (752 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$28,434
Median Age45.7 years

Is Baltrum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baltrum receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 below-average incomes. Baltrum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baltrum is $28,434, 62% 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 $633 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

Baltrum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Baltrum has a population of 465. 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

465
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Baltrum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Baltrum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baltrum is $28,434, which is 62% 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: Baltrum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,434
62% 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 $633 (46% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.5%

Property Tax

In Baltrum, 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: Baltrum 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

Baltrum experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates53.7284°N, 7.3714°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03452002

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
August 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in Wettest
December 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Baltrum has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 36°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.6").

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 Baltrum

What is the population of Baltrum?

Baltrum has a population of 465 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 Baltrum expensive to live in?

Baltrum 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 $28,434, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Baltrum?

Baltrum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Baltrum?

Baltrum 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 Baltrum?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $633.

How are the schools in Baltrum?

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

How healthy is Baltrum?

The obesity rate in Baltrum 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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