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Barchel, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Barchel is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 550. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
550 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$31,599 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,599 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$403/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,599
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $403
65% 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

Population550
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,599
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$403
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population550
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates53.4668°, 9.0335°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,249 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.3 inches (46 cm)
Median Household Income$31,599
Median Age45.7 years

Is Barchel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barchel receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Barchel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barchel is $31,599, 58% 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 $403 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

Barchel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Barchel has a population of 550. 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

550
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Barchel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barchel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barchel is $31,599, which is 58% 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: Barchel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,599
58% 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 $403 (65% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$403
65% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

In Barchel, 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: Barchel 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

Barchel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.3 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 52 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates53.4668°N, 9.0335°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03357035

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Barchel has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 35°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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 Barchel

What is the population of Barchel?

Barchel has a population of 550 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 Barchel expensive to live in?

Barchel 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 $31,599, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $403 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Barchel?

Barchel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Barchel?

Barchel 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 Barchel?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $403.

How are the schools in Barchel?

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

How healthy is Barchel?

The obesity rate in Barchel 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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