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Burow, Germany

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · 🇩🇪 Germany

Burow is a small town in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany with a population of 1,258. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,258 Population
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,079 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,079 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$351/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,079
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $351
70% 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

Population1,258
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,079
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$351
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,258
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates53.7737°, 13.2732°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceMecklenburg-Vorpommern
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (550 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$27,079
Median Age45.7 years

Is Burow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burow receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Burow stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burow is $27,079, 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 $351 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

Burow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Burow has a population of 1,258. 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

1,258
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Burow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Burow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burow is $27,079, 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: Burow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,079
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 $351 (70% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$351
70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.2%

Property Tax

In Burow, 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: Burow 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

Burow experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. 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 131 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates53.7737°N, 13.2732°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS13071022

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 32°F (-0°C)
1.5"
Feb 33°F (0°C)
1.2"
Mar 38°F (3°C)
1.6"
Apr 45°F (7°C)
1.3"
May 54°F (12°C)
2.1"
Jun 59°F (15°C)
2.5"
Jul 63°F (17°C)
2.2"
Aug 63°F (17°C)
2.5"
Sep 56°F (14°C)
1.9"
Oct 48°F (9°C)
1.6"
Nov 40°F (4°C)
1.7"
Dec 34°F (1°C)
1.6"

The warmest month is August at 63°F, while the coldest is January at 32°F — a seasonal swing of 31°F. June sees the most rain (2.5"), while February is the driest (1.2").

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

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