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Bekkevoort, Belgium

Flanders · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Bekkevoort is a small city in Flanders, Belgium with a population of 5,714. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,714 Population
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
42.1 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

Population5,714
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population5,714
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates50.9407°, 4.9690°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceFlanders
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,070 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.6 years

Is Bekkevoort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bekkevoort 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. Bekkevoort 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

Bekkevoort experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Bekkevoort has a population of 5,714. 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

5,714
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bekkevoort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bekkevoort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bekkevoort 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: Bekkevoort 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 Bekkevoort, 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: Bekkevoort 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

Bekkevoort experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. 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 144 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates50.9407°N, 4.9690°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Bekkevoort has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (1.9").

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 Bekkevoort

What is the population of Bekkevoort?

Bekkevoort has a population of 5,714 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 Bekkevoort expensive to live in?

Bekkevoort 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 Bekkevoort?

Bekkevoort has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Bekkevoort?

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

How are the schools in Bekkevoort?

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

How healthy is Bekkevoort?

The obesity rate in Bekkevoort 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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