Bochum, Germany

Full City Profile

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

385,729 Population 6,663/sq mi density

335 ft Elevation 102 meters

49°F Avg Temperature 10°C

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$26,823 median income, unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.7 / 5.0

$94,600 home value, $473/mo rent

Bochum, Germany

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,823

64% below

Home Value

$94,600

66% below

Median Rent

$473/mo

59% below

Avg Temperature

49°F

264 sunny days/yr

Is Bochum a Good Place to Live?

B+

3.7 / 5.0 - Good

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Bochum residents earn a median household income of $26,823 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The area is home to 509 business establishments, including 220 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Bochum is $94,600 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $473/month.

Climate & Weather

Bochum has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population385,729

Density6,663/mi²

Foreign Born14.3%

Economy

C+

Median Income$26,823

Per Capita

Unemployment

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$94,600

Rent$473

Ownership28.5%

Housing Units154,292

Climate

Avg Temp49°F

Sunny Days264/yr

Rain39.7 in/yr

Elevation335 ft

Did You Know?

14.3% of residents are foreign-born.

There are 220 restaurants in the area.