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Guttau, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Guttau is a small town in Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,736. Elevation: 476 ft (145 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,736 Population 108/sq mi density
476 ft Elevation 145 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,673 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,673 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$308/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,673
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $308
74% 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

Population1,736
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,673
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$308
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation476 ft (145 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,736
Population Density108 / sq mi
Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Coordinates51.2590°, 14.5613°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (656 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$28,673
Median Age45.7 years

Is Guttau a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guttau is $28,673, 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $308 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

Guttau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Guttau has a population of 1,736 with a density of 108 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 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

1,736
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
16.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Guttau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guttau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guttau is $28,673, 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: Guttau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,673
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

Monthly rent averages $308 (74% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$308
74% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

In Guttau, 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: Guttau 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

Guttau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 289 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 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 476 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.8 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area16.1 sq mi (41.7 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates51.2590°N, 14.5613°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS14625340

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 35°F (1°C) 2.0 in

Guttau has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.6").

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 Density108/sq mi
Total Area16.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Guttau

What is the population of Guttau?

Guttau has a population of 1,736 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 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 Guttau expensive to live in?

Guttau 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 $28,673, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $308 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Guttau?

Guttau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Guttau?

Guttau 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 Guttau?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $308.

How are the schools in Guttau?

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

How healthy is Guttau?

The obesity rate in Guttau 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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