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Groningen, The Netherlands

Groningen · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Groningen is a large city in Groningen, The Netherlands with a population of 244,807. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
244,807 Population 7,577/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
47.0 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

Population244,807
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density7,577/mi²
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population244,807
Population Density7,577 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates53.2192°, 6.5667°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceGroningen
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation47.0 inches (1,194 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.0 inches (28 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Groningen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groningen 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. Groningen 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

Groningen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Groningen has a population of 244,807 with a density of 7,577 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles. 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

244,807
Total Population
7,577
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
32.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Groningen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Groningen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Groningen 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: Groningen 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 Groningen, 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: Groningen 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

Groningen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.0 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 52 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall11.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area32.3 sq mi (83.7 km²)
Population Density7,577/sq mi
Coordinates53.2192°N, 6.5667°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
February 36°F (2°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in

Groningen has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 36°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.7").

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

Population Density7,577/sq mi
Total Area32.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Groningen

What is the population of Groningen?

Groningen has a population of 244,807 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 7,577 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles. 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 Groningen expensive to live in?

Groningen 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 Groningen?

Groningen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Groningen?

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

How are the schools in Groningen?

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

How healthy is Groningen?

The obesity rate in Groningen 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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