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Haltern am See, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Haltern am See is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 37,845. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
37,845 Population 616/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
32.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,741 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,741 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$502/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,741
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $502
57% 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

Population37,845
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density616/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,741
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$502
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population37,845
Population Density616 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates51.7430°, 7.1816°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (830 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,741
Median Age45.7 years

Is Haltern am See a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haltern am See 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. Haltern am See stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haltern am See is $27,741, 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 $502 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

Haltern am See experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Haltern am See has a population of 37,845 with a density of 616 people per square mile, spread across 61.4 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

37,845
Total Population
616
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
61.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Haltern am See vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Haltern am See vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haltern am See is $27,741, 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: Haltern am See vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,741
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 $502 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$502
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.4%

Property Tax

In Haltern am See, 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: Haltern am See 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

Haltern am See experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.7 inches. 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 148 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area61.4 sq mi (159.0 km²)
Population Density616/sq mi
Coordinates51.7430°N, 7.1816°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05562016

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Haltern am See has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 36°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").

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 Density616/sq mi
Total Area61.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Haltern am See

What is the population of Haltern am See?

Haltern am See has a population of 37,845 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 616 people per square mile, spread across 61.4 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 Haltern am See expensive to live in?

Haltern am See 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 $27,741, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $502 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Haltern am See?

Haltern am See has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Haltern am See?

Haltern am See 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 Haltern am See?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $502.

How are the schools in Haltern am See?

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

How healthy is Haltern am See?

The obesity rate in Haltern am See 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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