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Karlstein, Austria

Lower Austria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Karlstein is a small town in Lower Austria, Austria with a population of 610. Elevation: 1,535 ft (468 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
610 Population
1,535 ft Elevation 468 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
23.7 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

Population610
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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population610
Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Coordinates48.8833°, 15.4000°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceLower Austria
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (602 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Karlstein a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karlstein 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. Karlstein 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

Karlstein has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Karlstein has a population of 610. 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

610
Total Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Karlstein vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karlstein vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karlstein 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: Karlstein 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 Karlstein, 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: Karlstein 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

Karlstein has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 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 1,535 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Coordinates48.8833°N, 15.4000°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Karlstein has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.1").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Karlstein

What is the population of Karlstein?

Karlstein has a population of 610 residents and is located in Austria.. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Karlstein expensive to live in?

Karlstein is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Karlstein?

Karlstein has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Karlstein?

The unemployment rate in Karlstein is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Karlstein?

35.0% of adults in Karlstein hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Karlstein?

The obesity rate in Karlstein is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 77.8% are physically inactive. 10.2% of residents report depression.

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