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Duisburg, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Duisburg is a major city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 504,358. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
504,358 Population
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$22,790 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$22,790 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$442/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,790
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $442
62% 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

Population504,358
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$22,790
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$442
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population504,358
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates51.4325°, 6.7652°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,790
Median Age45.7 years

Is Duisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duisburg receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Duisburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duisburg is $22,790, 70% 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 $442 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

Duisburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Duisburg has a population of 504,358. 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

504,358
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Duisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Duisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duisburg is $22,790, which is 70% 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: Duisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,790
70% 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 $442 (62% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$442
62% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied26.6%

Property Tax

In Duisburg, 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: Duisburg 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

Duisburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. 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 125 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates51.4325°N, 6.7652°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05112000

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in

Duisburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 38°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Duisburg

What is the population of Duisburg?

Duisburg has a population of 504,358 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 Duisburg expensive to live in?

Duisburg 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 $22,790, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $442 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Duisburg?

Duisburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Duisburg?

Duisburg 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 Duisburg?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $442.

How are the schools in Duisburg?

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

How healthy is Duisburg?

The obesity rate in Duisburg 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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