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Freital, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Freital is a mid-size city in Saxony, Germany with a population of 39,027. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
39,027 Population
561 ft Elevation 171 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
26.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher 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

Population39,027
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population39,027
Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates51.0017°, 13.6488°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.1 inches (663 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age45.7 years

Is Freital a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Freital experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Freital has a population of 39,027. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

39,027
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Freital vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Freital vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freital is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Freital vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Freital, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 83.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Freital 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

Freital has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. The area enjoys 289 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates51.0017°N, 13.6488°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

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