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Heide, Germany

Schleswig-Holstein · 🇩🇪 Germany

Heide is a small city in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany with a population of 20,599. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
20,599 Population
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
50.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$31,473 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,473 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$505/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,473
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $505
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

Population20,599
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,473
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$505
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population20,599
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates54.1956°, 9.0974°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSchleswig-Holstein
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation50.1 inches (1,273 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.5 inches (52 cm)
Median Household Income$31,473
Median Age45.7 years

Is Heide a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heide is $31,473, 58% 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 $505 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

Heide experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Heide has a population of 20,599. 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

20,599
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Heide vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Heide vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heide is $31,473, which is 58% 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: Heide vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,473
58% 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 $505 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$505
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied37.8%

Property Tax

In Heide, 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: Heide 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

Heide experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.5 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall20.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates54.1956°N, 9.0974°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS01051044

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in

Heide has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 34°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February 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 Heide

What is the population of Heide?

Heide has a population of 20,599 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 Heide expensive to live in?

Heide 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 $31,473, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $505 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Heide?

Heide has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.1 inches, with 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Heide?

Heide 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 Heide?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $505.

How are the schools in Heide?

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

How healthy is Heide?

The obesity rate in Heide 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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