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Lüderitz, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Lüderitz is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 1,194. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,194 Population 80/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$26,950 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,950 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,950
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $361
69% 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

Population1,194
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,950
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$361
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,194
Population Density80 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates52.5091°, 11.7430°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (552 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$26,950
Median Age45.7 years

Is Lüderitz a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lüderitz is $26,950, 64% 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 $361 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

Lüderitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lüderitz has a population of 1,194 with a density of 80 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 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

1,194
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
15.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lüderitz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lüderitz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lüderitz is $26,950, which is 64% 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: Lüderitz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,950
64% 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 $361 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$361
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

In Lüderitz, 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: Lüderitz 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

Lüderitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 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 144 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates52.5091°N, 11.7430°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15090546

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in
March 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.6 in
December 35°F (1°C) 1.7 in

Lüderitz has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 33°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and April the driest (1.3").

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 Density80/sq mi
Total Area15.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lüderitz

What is the population of Lüderitz?

Lüderitz has a population of 1,194 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 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 Lüderitz expensive to live in?

Lüderitz 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 $26,950, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $361 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Lüderitz?

Lüderitz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lüderitz?

Lüderitz 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 Lüderitz?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $361.

How are the schools in Lüderitz?

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

How healthy is Lüderitz?

The obesity rate in Lüderitz 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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