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Burggen, Germany

Bavaria · 🇩🇪 Germany

Burggen is a small town in Bavaria, Germany with a population of 1,686. Elevation: 2,451 ft (747 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,686 Population
2,451 ft Elevation 747 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
46.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$34,454 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$34,454 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$460/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,454
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $460
60% 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

Population1,686
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,454
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$460
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation2,451 ft (747 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,686
Elevation2,451 ft (747 m)
Coordinates47.7769°, 10.8172°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceBavaria
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation46.2 inches (1,173 mm)
Annual Snowfall33.8 inches (86 cm)
Median Household Income$34,454
Median Age45.7 years

Is Burggen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burggen receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Burggen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burggen is $34,454, 54% 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 $460 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

Burggen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 33.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Burggen has a population of 1,686. 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

1,686
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Burggen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Burggen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burggen is $34,454, which is 54% 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: Burggen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,454
54% 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 $460 (60% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$460
60% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

In Burggen, 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: Burggen 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

Burggen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 33.8 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 2,451 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall33.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation2,451 ft (747 m)
Coordinates47.7769°N, 10.8172°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS09190118

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 6.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 6.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 6.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 3.0 in

Burggen has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 31°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (2.5").

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 Burggen

What is the population of Burggen?

Burggen has a population of 1,686 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 Burggen expensive to live in?

Burggen 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 $34,454, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $460 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Burggen?

Burggen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 33.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Burggen?

Burggen 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 Burggen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $460.

How are the schools in Burggen?

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

How healthy is Burggen?

The obesity rate in Burggen 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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