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Lügde, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Lügde is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 11,290. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
11,290 Population 941/sq mi density
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.7 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
$338/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 $338
71% 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

Population11,290
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density941/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$338
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population11,290
Population Density941 / sq mi
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates51.9583°, 9.2471°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.7 inches (933 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$30,416
Median Age45.7 years

Is Lügde a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lügde 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 $338 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

Lügde experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lügde has a population of 11,290 with a density of 941 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 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

11,290
Total Population
941
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
12.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lügde vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lügde vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lügde 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: Lügde 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 $338 (71% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$338
71% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

In Lügde, 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: Lügde 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

Lügde experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°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 36.7 inches. The area receives 9.8 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 348 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area12.0 sq mi (31.1 km²)
Population Density941/sq mi
Coordinates51.9583°N, 9.2471°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05766052

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.6 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
August 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Lügde has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 33°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (2.2").

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 Density941/sq mi
Total Area12.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lügde

What is the population of Lügde?

Lügde has a population of 11,290 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 941 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 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 Lügde expensive to live in?

Lügde 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 $338 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Lügde?

Lügde has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lügde?

Lügde 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 Lügde?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $338.

How are the schools in Lügde?

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

How healthy is Lügde?

The obesity rate in Lügde 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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