Forbach, Germany

Full City Profile

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

5,477 Population 93/sq mi density

1,260 ft Elevation 384 meters

46°F Avg Temperature 8°C

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$30,786 median income, unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$79,600 home value, $398/mo rent

Forbach, Germany

At a Glance

Median Income

$30,786

59% below

Home Value

$79,600

72% below

Median Rent

$398/mo

66% below

Avg Temperature

46°F

228 sunny days/yr

Is Forbach a Good Place to Live?

B+

3.9 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Forbach residents earn a median household income of $30,786 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The area is home to 214 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Forbach is $79,600 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $398/month.

Climate & Weather

Forbach has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population5,477

Density93/mi²

Foreign Born14.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$30,786

Per Capita

Unemployment

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$79,600

Rent$398

Ownership74.4%

Housing Units2,191

Climate

Avg Temp46°F

Sunny Days228/yr

Rain59.8 in/yr

Elevation1,260 ft

Did You Know?

14.5% of residents are foreign-born.