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Freudenberg, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Freudenberg is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 18,601. Elevation: 974 ft (297 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
18,601 Population 882/sq mi density
974 ft Elevation 297 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
41.7 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

Population18,601
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density882/mi²
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population18,601
Population Density882 / sq mi
Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Coordinates50.8974°, 7.8742°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,059 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.0 inches (30 cm)
Median Age45.7 years

Is Freudenberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Freudenberg 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. Freudenberg 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

Freudenberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Freudenberg has a population of 18,601 with a density of 882 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,601
Total Population
882
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
21.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Freudenberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Freudenberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freudenberg 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: Freudenberg 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 Freudenberg, 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: Freudenberg 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

Freudenberg has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area21.1 sq mi (54.6 km²)
Population Density882/sq mi
Coordinates50.8974°N, 7.8742°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

Population Density882/sq mi
Total Area21.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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