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Knappenrode, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Knappenrode is a small town in Saxony, Germany with a population of 713. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
713 Population 187/sq mi density
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,673 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,673 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$368/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,673
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $368
68% 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

Population713
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,673
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$368
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population713
Population Density187 / sq mi
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates51.4033°, 14.3202°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (638 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$28,673
Median Age45.7 years

Is Knappenrode a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knappenrode is $28,673, 62% 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 $368 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

Knappenrode experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Knappenrode has a population of 713 with a density of 187 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. 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

713
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Knappenrode vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Knappenrode vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knappenrode is $28,673, which is 62% 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: Knappenrode vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,673
62% 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 $368 (68% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$368
68% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied20.7%

Property Tax

In Knappenrode, 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: Knappenrode 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

Knappenrode experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.3 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 410 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates51.4033°N, 14.3202°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS14625240

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in

Knappenrode has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.5").

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

Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Knappenrode

What is the population of Knappenrode?

Knappenrode has a population of 713 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 187 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. 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 Knappenrode expensive to live in?

Knappenrode 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 $28,673, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $368 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Knappenrode?

Knappenrode has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Knappenrode?

Knappenrode 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 Knappenrode?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $368.

How are the schools in Knappenrode?

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

How healthy is Knappenrode?

The obesity rate in Knappenrode 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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