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Lage, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Lage is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 34,885. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
34,885 Population
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$30,416 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$30,416 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$402/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,416
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $402
65% 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

Population34,885
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,416
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$402
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population34,885
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates51.9922°, 8.7930°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (934 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$30,416
Median Age45.7 years

Is Lage a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lage is $30,416, 60% 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 $402 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

Lage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lage has a population of 34,885. 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

34,885
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lage is $30,416, which is 60% 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: Lage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,416
60% 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 $402 (65% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$402
65% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.4%

Property Tax

In Lage, 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: Lage 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

Lage experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 269 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 36.8 inches. The area receives 5.8 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 338 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates51.9922°N, 8.7930°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05766040

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
August 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Lage has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 34°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.4").

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 Lage

What is the population of Lage?

Lage has a population of 34,885 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 Lage expensive to live in?

Lage 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 $30,416, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $402 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Lage?

Lage has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lage?

Lage 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 Lage?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $402.

How are the schools in Lage?

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

How healthy is Lage?

The obesity rate in Lage 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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