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Meerle, Belgium

Flanders · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Meerle is a small town in Flanders, Belgium with a population of 3,627. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,627 Population
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Brussels Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.0%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population3,627
Median Age41.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$55,291
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity20.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.3%
Depression14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population3,627
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates51.4724°, 4.8032°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceFlanders
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,088 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.0 inches (25 cm)
Median Age41.6 years

Is Meerle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meerle receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Meerle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meerle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Meerle has a population of 3,627. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,627
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Meerle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Meerle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meerle is N/A. Per capita income is $55,291 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 77, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Meerle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$55,291

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living77.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Meerle, 20.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.0% have high blood pressure. 22.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Meerle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.0%
38% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Meerle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 10.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates51.4724°N, 4.8032°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in

Meerle has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.9").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 94.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Meerle

What is the population of Meerle?

Meerle has a population of 3,627 residents and is located in Belgium.. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Meerle expensive to live in?

Meerle is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 77 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Meerle?

Meerle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Meerle?

The unemployment rate in Meerle is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Meerle?

35.0% of adults in Meerle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Meerle?

The obesity rate in Meerle is 20.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.3% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 14.3% of residents report depression.

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