Essen, Germany

Full City Profile

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

593,085 Population 6,737/sq mi density

272 ft Elevation 83 meters

50°F Avg Temperature 10°C

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$27,941 median income, unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$101,600 home value, $508/mo rent

Essen, Germany

At a Glance

Median Income

$27,941

63% below

Home Value

$101,600

64% below

Median Rent

$508/mo

56% below

Avg Temperature

50°F

267 sunny days/yr

Is Essen a Good Place to Live?

B+

3.7 / 5.0 — Good

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Essen residents earn a median household income of $27,941 , which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The area is home to 654 business establishments, including 281 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Essen is $101,600 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $508/month.

Climate & Weather

Essen has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population593,085

Density6,737/mi²

Foreign Born17.1%

Economy

C+

Median Income$27,941

Per Capita

Unemployment

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$101,600

Rent$508

Ownership26.1%

Housing Units237,234

Climate

Avg Temp50°F

Sunny Days267/yr

Rain38.1 in/yr

Elevation272 ft

Did You Know?

17.1% of residents are foreign-born.

There are 281 restaurants in the area.