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Issum, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Issum is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 12,249. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
12,249 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,001 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,001 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$479/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,001
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $479
59% 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

Population12,249
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,001
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$479
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population12,249
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates51.5333°, 6.4333°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.0 inches (737 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,001
Median Age45.7 years

Is Issum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Issum receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Issum stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Issum is $28,001, 63% 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 $479 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

Issum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Issum has a population of 12,249. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,249
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Issum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Issum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Issum is $28,001, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Issum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,001
63% 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 $479 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$479
59% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.2%

Property Tax

In Issum, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 83.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Issum 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

Issum has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. The area enjoys 283 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates51.5333°N, 6.4333°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05154020
35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

Nearby Cities

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