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Murten/Morat, Switzerland

Fribourg · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Murten/Morat is a small city in Fribourg, Switzerland with a population of 5,800. Elevation: 1,427 ft (435 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,800 Population
1,427 ft Elevation 435 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population5,800
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population5,800
Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)
Coordinates46.9283°, 7.1172°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceFribourg
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,370 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.1 inches (36 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Murten/Morat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murten/Morat receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Murten/Morat stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Murten/Morat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Murten/Morat has a population of 5,800. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,800
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Murten/Morat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Murten/Morat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murten/Morat is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Murten/Morat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Murten/Morat, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Murten/Morat vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Murten/Morat experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,427 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)
Coordinates46.9283°N, 7.1172°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
February 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in Coldest

Murten/Morat has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 35°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Murten/Morat

What is the population of Murten/Morat?

Murten/Morat has a population of 5,800 residents and is located in Switzerland.. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Murten/Morat expensive to live in?

Murten/Morat is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.8 compared to the national baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Murten/Morat?

Murten/Morat has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Murten/Morat?

Murten/Morat has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Murten/Morat?

45.0% of adults in Murten/Morat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Murten/Morat?

The obesity rate in Murten/Morat is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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