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Eckelrade, The Netherlands

Limburg · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Eckelrade is a small town in Limburg, The Netherlands with a population of 570. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
570 Population 1,267/sq mi density
453 ft Elevation 138 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population570
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,267/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation453 ft (138 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population570
Population Density1,267 / sq mi
Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Coordinates50.8075°, 5.7653°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceLimburg
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation44.7 inches (1,134 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Eckelrade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eckelrade receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Eckelrade offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Eckelrade experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Eckelrade has a population of 570 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

570
Total Population
1,267
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eckelrade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Eckelrade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eckelrade is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Eckelrade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Eckelrade, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Eckelrade vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Eckelrade experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Coordinates50.8075°N, 5.7653°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in

Eckelrade has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 37°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (2.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,267/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Eckelrade

What is the population of Eckelrade?

Eckelrade has a population of 570 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 1,267 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Eckelrade expensive to live in?

Eckelrade is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Eckelrade?

Eckelrade has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Eckelrade?

Eckelrade has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Eckelrade?

35.0% of adults in Eckelrade hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Eckelrade?

The obesity rate in Eckelrade is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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