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Gennep, The Netherlands

Limburg · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Gennep is a small city in Limburg, The Netherlands with a population of 16,642. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
16,642 Population
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
43.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population16,642
Median Age42.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population16,642
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates51.6983°, 5.9736°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceLimburg
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.8 inches (1,113 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Gennep a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gennep experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Gennep has a population of 16,642. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

16,642
Total Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gennep vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gennep vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gennep is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gennep vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gennep, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Gennep vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Gennep experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates51.6983°N, 5.9736°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
February 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in Wettest

Gennep has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 37°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and April the driest (1.8").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gennep

What is the population of Gennep?

Gennep has a population of 16,642 residents and is located in The Netherlands.. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Gennep expensive to live in?

Gennep is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gennep?

Gennep has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Gennep?

Gennep has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gennep?

35.0% of adults in Gennep hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gennep?

The obesity rate in Gennep is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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