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Birmenstorf, Switzerland

Aargau · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Birmenstorf is a small town in Aargau, Switzerland with a population of 2,462. Elevation: 1,273 ft (388 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,462 Population
1,273 ft Elevation 388 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
57.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population2,462
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population2,462
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Coordinates47.4615°, 8.2482°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceAargau
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,459 mm)
Annual Snowfall22.3 inches (57 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Birmenstorf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birmenstorf receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Birmenstorf stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Birmenstorf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Birmenstorf has a population of 2,462. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,462
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Birmenstorf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Birmenstorf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birmenstorf is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Birmenstorf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Birmenstorf, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Birmenstorf vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Birmenstorf experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,273 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Coordinates47.4615°N, 8.2482°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
February 35°F (2°C) 3.6 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 47°F (9°C) 3.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.8 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 4.0 in
December 35°F (1°C) 4.0 in Coldest

Birmenstorf has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 35°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (3.0").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Birmenstorf

What is the population of Birmenstorf?

Birmenstorf has a population of 2,462 residents and is located in Switzerland.. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Birmenstorf expensive to live in?

Birmenstorf is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.8 compared to the national baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Birmenstorf?

Birmenstorf has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches, with 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Birmenstorf?

Birmenstorf has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Birmenstorf?

45.0% of adults in Birmenstorf hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Birmenstorf?

The obesity rate in Birmenstorf is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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