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Leese, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Leese is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,749. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,749 Population
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,454 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,454 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$347/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,454
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $347
70% 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

Population1,749
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,454
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$347
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,749
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates52.5000°, 9.1167°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.3 inches (46 cm)
Median Household Income$28,454
Median Age45.7 years

Is Leese a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leese receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Leese stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leese is $28,454, 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 $347 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

Leese experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Leese has a population of 1,749. 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

1,749
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Leese vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Leese vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leese is $28,454, 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: Leese vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,454
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 $347 (70% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$347
70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

In Leese, 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: Leese 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

Leese experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 115 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates52.5000°N, 9.1167°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03256018

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.3 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Leese has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 36°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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 Leese

What is the population of Leese?

Leese has a population of 1,749 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 Leese expensive to live in?

Leese 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 $28,454, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $347 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Leese?

Leese has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Leese?

Leese 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 Leese?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $347.

How are the schools in Leese?

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

How healthy is Leese?

The obesity rate in Leese 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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