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Brachwitz, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Brachwitz is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 991. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
991 Population 308/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,316 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,316 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$367/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,316
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $367
68% 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

Population991
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density308/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,316
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$367
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population991
Population Density308 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates51.5371°, 11.8688°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.1 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$28,316
Median Age45.7 years

Is Brachwitz a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brachwitz is $28,316, 62% 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 $367 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

Brachwitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Brachwitz has a population of 991 with a density of 308 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 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

991
Total Population
308
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brachwitz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brachwitz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brachwitz is $28,316, which is 62% 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: Brachwitz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,316
62% 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 $367 (68% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$367
68% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.3%

Property Tax

In Brachwitz, 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: Brachwitz 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

Brachwitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The area receives 19.1 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 262 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density308/sq mi
Coordinates51.5371°N, 11.8688°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15088216

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 40°F (4°C)
1.3"
Feb 34°F (1°C)
1.1"
Mar 40°F (5°C)
1.5"
Apr 47°F (8°C)
1.3"
May 56°F (13°C)
2.2"
Jun 61°F (16°C)
1.9"
Jul 69°F (21°C)
2.8"
Aug 65°F (18°C)
2.3"
Sep 58°F (14°C)
1.9"
Oct 49°F (10°C)
1.3"
Nov 40°F (5°C)
1.7"
Dec 35°F (2°C)
1.6"

The warmest month is July at 69°F, while the coldest is February at 34°F — a seasonal swing of 35°F. July sees the most rain (2.8"), while February is the driest (1.1").

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 Density308/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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