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Benninghofen, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Benninghofen is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 8,575. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
8,575 Population
381 ft Elevation 116 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$26,136 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,136 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$488/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,136
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% 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

Population8,575
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,136
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation381 ft (116 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population8,575
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Coordinates51.4752°, 7.5178°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation52.5 inches (1,334 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.6 inches (34 cm)
Median Household Income$26,136
Median Age45.7 years

Is Benninghofen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benninghofen receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 below-average incomes. Benninghofen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benninghofen is $26,136, 65% 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 $488 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

Benninghofen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Benninghofen has a population of 8,575. 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

8,575
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Benninghofen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Benninghofen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benninghofen is $26,136, which is 65% 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: Benninghofen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,136
65% 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 $488 (58% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied27.0%

Property Tax

In Benninghofen, 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: Benninghofen 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

Benninghofen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.6 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 381 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall13.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Coordinates51.4752°N, 7.5178°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05913000

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
February 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.7 in

Benninghofen has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 36°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.4").

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 Benninghofen

What is the population of Benninghofen?

Benninghofen has a population of 8,575 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 Benninghofen expensive to live in?

Benninghofen 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 $26,136, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Benninghofen?

Benninghofen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Benninghofen?

Benninghofen 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 Benninghofen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $488.

How are the schools in Benninghofen?

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

How healthy is Benninghofen?

The obesity rate in Benninghofen 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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