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Blankenberg, Germany

Thuringia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Blankenberg is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 820. Elevation: 1,617 ft (493 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
820 Population 569/sq mi density
1,617 ft Elevation 493 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
39.0 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

Population820
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density569/mi²
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population820
Population Density569 / sq mi
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Coordinates50.4030°, 11.7162°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (991 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.0 inches (114 cm)
Median Household Income$27,928
Median Age45.7 years

Is Blankenberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blankenberg 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. Blankenberg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blankenberg 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

Blankenberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Blankenberg has a population of 820 with a density of 569 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. 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

820
Total Population
569
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Blankenberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Blankenberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blankenberg 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: Blankenberg 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 Blankenberg, 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: Blankenberg 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

Blankenberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. The area receives 45.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 1,617 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall45.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density569/sq mi
Coordinates50.4030°N, 11.7162°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS16075136

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°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 65°F (18°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

Blankenberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 30°F in February to 65°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

Population Density569/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Blankenberg

What is the population of Blankenberg?

Blankenberg has a population of 820 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 569 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. 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 Blankenberg expensive to live in?

Blankenberg 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 Blankenberg?

Blankenberg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Blankenberg?

Blankenberg 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 Blankenberg?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $361.

How are the schools in Blankenberg?

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

How healthy is Blankenberg?

The obesity rate in Blankenberg 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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