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Großgörschen, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Großgörschen is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 862. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
862 Population 149/sq mi density
489 ft Elevation 149 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,204 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,204 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$350/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,204
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $350
70% 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

Population862
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,204
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$350
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population862
Population Density149 / sq mi
Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Coordinates51.2167°, 12.1835°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
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$27,204
Median Age45.7 years

Is Großgörschen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Großgörschen receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Großgörschen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Großgörschen is $27,204, 64% 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 $350 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

Großgörschen 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.

Großgörschen has a population of 862 with a density of 149 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. 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

862
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Großgörschen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Großgörschen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Großgörschen is $27,204, which is 64% 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: Großgörschen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,204
64% 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 $350 (70% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$350
70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

In Großgörschen, 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: Großgörschen 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

Großgörschen 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 489 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

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates51.2167°N, 12.1835°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15084315

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 38°F (4°C)
1.2"
Feb 34°F (1°C)
1.1"
Mar 41°F (5°C)
1.5"
Apr 47°F (9°C)
1.4"
May 56°F (13°C)
1.9"
Jun 62°F (16°C)
2.2"
Jul 68°F (20°C)
2.7"
Aug 66°F (19°C)
2.4"
Sep 58°F (15°C)
1.8"
Oct 50°F (10°C)
1.4"
Nov 40°F (5°C)
1.7"
Dec 35°F (2°C)
1.5"

The warmest month is July at 68°F, while the coldest is February at 34°F — a seasonal swing of 34°F. July sees the most rain (2.7"), while February is the driest (1.1").

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

Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Großgörschen

What is the population of Großgörschen?

Großgörschen has a population of 862 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 149 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. 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 Großgörschen expensive to live in?

Großgörschen 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 $27,204, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Großgörschen?

Großgörschen 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 Großgörschen?

Großgörschen 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 Großgörschen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.

How are the schools in Großgörschen?

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

How healthy is Großgörschen?

The obesity rate in Großgörschen 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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