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Hörstel, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Hörstel is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 19,894. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
19,894 Population
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$30,539 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$30,539 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$416/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,539
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $416
64% 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

Population19,894
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,539
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$416
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population19,894
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates52.2976°, 7.5838°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.7 inches (754 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$30,539
Median Age45.7 years

Is Hörstel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hörstel 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. Hörstel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hörstel is $30,539, 59% 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 $416 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

Hörstel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Hörstel has a population of 19,894. 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

19,894
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hörstel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hörstel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hörstel is $30,539, which is 59% 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: Hörstel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,539
59% 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 $416 (64% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$416
64% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

In Hörstel, 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: Hörstel 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

Hörstel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 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 151 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates52.2976°N, 7.5838°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05566016

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.1 in
March 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
April 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.5 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Hörstel has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 36°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (1.7").

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 Hörstel

What is the population of Hörstel?

Hörstel has a population of 19,894 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 Hörstel expensive to live in?

Hörstel 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 $30,539, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $416 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hörstel?

Hörstel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Hörstel?

Hörstel 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 Hörstel?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $416.

How are the schools in Hörstel?

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

How healthy is Hörstel?

The obesity rate in Hörstel 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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