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Elend, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Elend is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 583. Elevation: 1,640 ft (500 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
583 Population
1,640 ft Elevation 500 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,508 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,508 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$363/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,508
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $363
69% 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

Population583
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,508
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$363
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population583
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Coordinates51.7447°, 10.6876°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (987 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.7 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income$27,508
Median Age45.7 years

Is Elend a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elend is $27,508, 63% 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 $363 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

Elend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Elend has a population of 583. 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

583
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Elend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elend is $27,508, which is 63% 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: Elend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,508
63% 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 $363 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$363
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

In Elend, 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: Elend 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

Elend experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. The area receives 28.7 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 1,640 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Coordinates51.7447°N, 10.6876°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15085228

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.0 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 4.7 in Wettest

Elend has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 30°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (2.8").

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 Elend

What is the population of Elend?

Elend has a population of 583 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 Elend expensive to live in?

Elend 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 $27,508, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $363 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Elend?

Elend has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Elend?

Elend 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 Elend?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $363.

How are the schools in Elend?

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

How healthy is Elend?

The obesity rate in Elend 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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