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Gießen, Germany

Hesse · 🇩🇪 Germany

Gießen is a mid-size city in Hesse, Germany with a population of 74,411. Elevation: 531 ft (162 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
74,411 Population
531 ft Elevation 162 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,479 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,479 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$618/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,479
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $618
47% lower 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

Population74,411
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,479
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$618
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation531 ft (162 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population74,411
Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Coordinates50.5873°, 8.6755°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceHesse
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (981 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.9 inches (38 cm)
Median Household Income$27,479
Median Age45.7 years

Is Gießen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gießen receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Gießen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gießen is $27,479, 63% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Gießen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Gießen has a population of 74,411. 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

74,411
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gießen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gießen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gießen is $27,479, which is 63% 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: Gießen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,479
63% 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

Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied22.6%

Property Tax

In Gießen, 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: Gießen 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

Gießen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. The area receives 14.9 inches of snow annually. 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 531 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall14.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Coordinates50.5873°N, 8.6755°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS06531005

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in

Gießen has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 34°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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 Gießen

What is the population of Gießen?

Gießen has a population of 74,411 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 Gießen expensive to live in?

Gießen 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 $27,479, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Gießen?

Gießen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Gießen?

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

How much does housing cost in Gießen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $618.

How are the schools in Gießen?

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

How healthy is Gießen?

The obesity rate in Gießen 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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