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Birkenhügel, Germany

Thuringia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Birkenhügel is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 360. Elevation: 1,857 ft (566 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
360 Population
1,857 ft Elevation 566 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
34.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,928 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,928 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,928
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $361
69% 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

Population360
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,928
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$361
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation1,857 ft (566 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population360
Elevation1,857 ft (566 m)
Coordinates50.4333°, 11.7500°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation34.0 inches (863 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.1 inches (92 cm)
Median Household Income$27,928
Median Age45.7 years

Is Birkenhügel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birkenhügel receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Birkenhügel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birkenhügel is $27,928, 63% 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 $361 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

Birkenhügel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Birkenhügel has a population of 360. 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

360
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Birkenhügel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Birkenhügel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birkenhügel is $27,928, which is 63% 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: Birkenhügel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,928
63% 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 $361 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$361
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

In Birkenhügel, 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: Birkenhügel 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

Birkenhügel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. The area receives 36.1 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 1,857 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,857 ft (566 m)
Coordinates50.4333°N, 11.7500°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS16075136

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 3.2 in

Birkenhügel has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 30°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.2").

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 Birkenhügel

What is the population of Birkenhügel?

Birkenhügel has a population of 360 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 Birkenhügel expensive to live in?

Birkenhügel 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 $27,928, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $361 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Birkenhügel?

Birkenhügel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Birkenhügel?

Birkenhügel 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 Birkenhügel?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $361.

How are the schools in Birkenhügel?

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

How healthy is Birkenhügel?

The obesity rate in Birkenhügel 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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