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Gauern, Germany

Thuringia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Gauern is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 156. Elevation: 1,125 ft (343 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
156 Population
1,125 ft Elevation 343 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,518 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,518 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,518
62% lower than US avg
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

Population156
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,518
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population156
Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Coordinates50.7833°, 12.2000°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.3 inches (64 cm)
Median Household Income$28,518
Median Age45.7 years

Is Gauern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gauern receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gauern offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gauern is $28,518, 62% 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%.

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

Gauern experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Gauern has a population of 156. 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

156
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gauern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gauern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gauern is $28,518, which is 62% 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: Gauern vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,518
62% 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

In Gauern, 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: Gauern 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

Gauern experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. The area receives 25.3 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 1,125 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Coordinates50.7833°N, 12.2000°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS16076019

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.5 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.9 in

Gauern has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 32°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.5").

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 Gauern

What is the population of Gauern?

Gauern has a population of 156 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 Gauern expensive to live in?

Gauern 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 $28,518, 62% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Gauern?

Gauern has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Gauern?

Gauern has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gauern?

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

How healthy is Gauern?

The obesity rate in Gauern 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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