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Borkum, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Borkum is a small city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 5,186. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,186 Population
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
30.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,266 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,266 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$661/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,266
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $661
43% 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

Population5,186
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,266
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$661
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population5,186
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates53.5809°, 6.6915°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (783 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,266
Median Age45.7 years

Is Borkum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Borkum receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Borkum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Borkum is $27,266, 64% 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 $661 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

Borkum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Borkum has a population of 5,186. 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

5,186
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Borkum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Borkum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borkum is $27,266, which is 64% 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: Borkum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,266
64% 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 $661 (43% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$661
43% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.9%

Property Tax

In Borkum, 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: Borkum 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

Borkum experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.8 inches. 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 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates53.5809°N, 6.6915°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03457002

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
August 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in

Borkum has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 36°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.6").

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 Borkum

What is the population of Borkum?

Borkum has a population of 5,186 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 Borkum expensive to live in?

Borkum 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 $27,266, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Borkum?

Borkum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Borkum?

Borkum 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 Borkum?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $661.

How are the schools in Borkum?

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

How healthy is Borkum?

The obesity rate in Borkum 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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