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Hechingen, Germany

Baden-Wurttemberg · 🇩🇪 Germany

Hechingen is a small city in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany with a population of 19,400. Elevation: 1,742 ft (531 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
19,400 Population
1,742 ft Elevation 531 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$33,076 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$33,076 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$540/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,076
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $540
54% 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

Population19,400
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,076
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$540
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population19,400
Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Coordinates48.3515°, 8.9632°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceBaden-Wurttemberg
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation34.3 inches (871 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$33,076
Median Age45.7 years

Is Hechingen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hechingen receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Hechingen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hechingen is $33,076, 56% 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 $540 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

Hechingen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Hechingen has a population of 19,400. 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

19,400
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hechingen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hechingen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hechingen is $33,076, which is 56% 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: Hechingen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,076
56% 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 $540 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$540
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.2%

Property Tax

In Hechingen, 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: Hechingen 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

Hechingen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 12.6 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 1,742 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall12.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Coordinates48.3515°N, 8.9632°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS08417031

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in

Hechingen has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 33°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.8").

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 Hechingen

What is the population of Hechingen?

Hechingen has a population of 19,400 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 Hechingen expensive to live in?

Hechingen 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 $33,076, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $540 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hechingen?

Hechingen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Hechingen?

Hechingen 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 Hechingen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $540.

How are the schools in Hechingen?

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

How healthy is Hechingen?

The obesity rate in Hechingen 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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