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Hessenberg, Austria

Styria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Hessenberg is a small town in Styria, Austria with a population of 795. Elevation: 2,133 ft (650 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
795 Population
2,133 ft Elevation 650 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
40.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna 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 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
55% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population795
Median Age43.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,580
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation2,133 ft (650 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population795
Elevation2,133 ft (650 m)
Coordinates47.3975°, 15.0166°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceStyria
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,036 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Hessenberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hessenberg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hessenberg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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

Hessenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Hessenberg has a population of 795. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

795
Total Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hessenberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hessenberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hessenberg is N/A. Per capita income is $56,580 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hessenberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
55% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hessenberg, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 77.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity77.8%
Depression10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Hessenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,133 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation2,133 ft (650 m)
Coordinates47.3975°N, 15.0166°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 27°F (-3°C)
1.9"
Feb 29°F (-1°C)
1.9"
Mar 36°F (2°C)
2.8"
Apr 42°F (6°C)
2.8"
May 52°F (11°C)
3.9"
Jun 58°F (14°C)
5.1"
Jul 61°F (16°C)
5.8"
Aug 60°F (16°C)
5.0"
Sep 54°F (12°C)
3.9"
Oct 45°F (7°C)
2.9"
Nov 35°F (2°C)
2.6"
Dec 29°F (-2°C)
2.4"

The warmest month is July at 61°F, while the coldest is January at 27°F — a seasonal swing of 34°F. July sees the most rain (5.8"), while January is the driest (1.9").

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. 95.3% 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 Access95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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