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Löhne, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Löhne is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 39,521. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
39,521 Population 11,940/sq mi density
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$31,161 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,161 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$409/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,161
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $409
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

Population39,521
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density11,940/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,161
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$409
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population39,521
Population Density11,940 / sq mi
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates52.1885°, 8.6922°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (774 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$31,161
Median Age45.7 years

Is Löhne a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Löhne is $31,161, 59% 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 $409 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

Löhne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Löhne has a population of 39,521 with a density of 11,940 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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

39,521
Total Population
11,940
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Löhne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Löhne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Löhne is $31,161, which is 59% 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: Löhne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,161
59% 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 $409 (65% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$409
65% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

In Löhne, 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: Löhne 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

Löhne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.5 inches. The area receives 2.7 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 223 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density11,940/sq mi
Coordinates52.1885°N, 8.6922°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05758024

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in

Löhne has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 35°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (2.0").

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 Density11,940/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Löhne

What is the population of Löhne?

Löhne has a population of 39,521 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 11,940 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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 Löhne expensive to live in?

Löhne 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 $31,161, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $409 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Löhne?

Löhne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Löhne?

Löhne 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 Löhne?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $409.

How are the schools in Löhne?

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

How healthy is Löhne?

The obesity rate in Löhne 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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