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Hemberg, Switzerland

Saint Gallen · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Hemberg is a small town in Saint Gallen, Switzerland with a population of 921. Elevation: 3,104 ft (946 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
921 Population
3,104 ft Elevation 946 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
62.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population921
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain62.7 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation3,104 ft (946 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population921
Elevation3,104 ft (946 m)
Coordinates47.3006°, 9.1752°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceSaint Gallen
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation62.7 inches (1,593 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.5 inches (82 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Hemberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hemberg receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Hemberg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hemberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Hemberg has a population of 921. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

921
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hemberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hemberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hemberg is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Hemberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hemberg, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hemberg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Hemberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,104 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.7 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation3,104 ft (946 m)
Coordinates47.3006°N, 9.1752°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
April 40°F (4°C) 4.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 5.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 7.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 6.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.7 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 4.1 in

Hemberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 30°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (3.5").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hemberg

What is the population of Hemberg?

Hemberg has a population of 921 residents and is located in Switzerland.. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Hemberg expensive to live in?

Hemberg is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.8 compared to the national baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hemberg?

Hemberg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.7 inches, with 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Hemberg?

Hemberg has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hemberg?

45.0% of adults in Hemberg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hemberg?

The obesity rate in Hemberg is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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