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Biesenthal, Germany

Brandenburg · 🇩🇪 Germany

Biesenthal is a small city in Brandenburg, Germany with a population of 5,512. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
5,512 Population
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$29,351 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$29,351 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$427/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,351
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $427
63% 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

Population5,512
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,351
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$427
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population5,512
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates52.7662°, 13.6442°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceBrandenburg
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (611 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$29,351
Median Age45.7 years

Is Biesenthal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biesenthal receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Biesenthal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biesenthal is $29,351, 61% 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 $427 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

Biesenthal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Biesenthal has a population of 5,512. 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

5,512
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Biesenthal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Biesenthal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biesenthal is $29,351, which is 61% 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: Biesenthal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,351
61% 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 $427 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$427
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

In Biesenthal, 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: Biesenthal 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

Biesenthal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 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 174 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates52.7662°N, 13.6442°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS12060024

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 32°F (-0°C)
1.9"
Feb 33°F (1°C)
1.4"
Mar 39°F (4°C)
1.7"
Apr 46°F (8°C)
1.3"
May 56°F (13°C)
2.3"
Jun 61°F (16°C)
2.4"
Jul 64°F (18°C)
3.1"
Aug 64°F (18°C)
2.5"
Sep 57°F (14°C)
2.0"
Oct 49°F (9°C)
1.7"
Nov 40°F (4°C)
1.8"
Dec 35°F (1°C)
2.1"

The warmest month is July at 64°F, while the coldest is January at 32°F — a seasonal swing of 33°F. July sees the most rain (3.1"), while April is the driest (1.3").

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

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