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Dahlem, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Dahlem is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 543. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
543 Population 82/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$29,385 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$29,385 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$370/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,385
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $370
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

Population543
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,385
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$370
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population543
Population Density82 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates53.2037°, 10.7453°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.3 inches (52 cm)
Median Household Income$29,385
Median Age45.7 years

Is Dahlem a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dahlem is $29,385, 61% 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 $370 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

Dahlem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Dahlem has a population of 543 with a density of 82 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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

543
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dahlem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dahlem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dahlem is $29,385, which is 61% 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: Dahlem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,385
61% 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 $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.2%

Property Tax

In Dahlem, 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: Dahlem 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

Dahlem experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The area receives 20.3 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 187 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates53.2037°N, 10.7453°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03355012

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.4 in

Dahlem has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 34°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February 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

Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dahlem

What is the population of Dahlem?

Dahlem has a population of 543 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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 Dahlem expensive to live in?

Dahlem 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 $29,385, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Dahlem?

Dahlem has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Dahlem?

Dahlem 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 Dahlem?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

How are the schools in Dahlem?

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

How healthy is Dahlem?

The obesity rate in Dahlem 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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