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Breitungen, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Breitungen is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 513. Elevation: 883 ft (269 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
513 Population 115/sq mi density
883 ft Elevation 269 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$26,646 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,646 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$358/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,646
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $358
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

Population513
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,646
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$358
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation883 ft (269 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population513
Population Density115 / sq mi
Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Coordinates51.4981°, 11.0517°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.2 inches (59 cm)
Median Household Income$26,646
Median Age45.7 years

Is Breitungen a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Breitungen is $26,646, 65% 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 $358 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

Breitungen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Breitungen has a population of 513 with a density of 115 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 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

513
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Breitungen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Breitungen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Breitungen is $26,646, which is 65% 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: Breitungen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,646
65% 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 $358 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$358
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

In Breitungen, 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: Breitungen 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

Breitungen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 23.2 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 883 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates51.4981°N, 11.0517°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15087412

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
February 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 56°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 35°F (1°C) 1.9 in

Breitungen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 33°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.3").

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 Density115/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Breitungen

What is the population of Breitungen?

Breitungen has a population of 513 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 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 Breitungen expensive to live in?

Breitungen 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 $26,646, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $358 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Breitungen?

Breitungen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Breitungen?

Breitungen 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 Breitungen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $358.

How are the schools in Breitungen?

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

How healthy is Breitungen?

The obesity rate in Breitungen 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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