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Heerlen, The Netherlands

Limburg · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Heerlen is a mid-size city in Limburg, The Netherlands with a population of 93,084. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
93,084 Population
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.7 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

Population93,084
Median Age42.8 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population93,084
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates50.8837°, 5.9815°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceLimburg
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation44.7 inches (1,134 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Heerlen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heerlen 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. Heerlen 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

Heerlen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Heerlen has a population of 93,084. 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

93,084
Total Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Heerlen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Heerlen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heerlen 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: Heerlen 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 Heerlen, 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: Heerlen 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

Heerlen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 10.6 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 374 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates50.8837°N, 5.9815°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Meezenbroek 2,910 pop · 1.0 mi Husken 1,380 pop · 1.4 mi Beersdal 1,620 pop · 1.7 mi Kakert 1,750 pop · 1.7 mi Terwinselen 3,820 pop · 2.2 mi Kunrade 3,405 pop · 2.2 mi Voerendaal 3,035 pop · 2.3 mi Lichtenberg 1,635 pop · 2.3 mi Ubachsberg 1,420 pop · 2.5 mi Heksenberg 2,395 pop · 2.6 mi Spekholzerheide 3,175 pop · 2.7 mi Kaalheide 2,840 pop · 2.7 mi Vrieheide 1,500 pop · 2.7 mi Gracht 2,080 pop · 3.0 mi
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