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Neu Darchau, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Neu Darchau is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,535. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,535 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,351 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,351 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$353/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,351
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $353
70% 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

Population1,535
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,351
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$353
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,535
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates53.2290°, 10.8853°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (644 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$27,351
Median Age45.7 years

Is Neu Darchau a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neu Darchau is $27,351, 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 $353 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

Neu Darchau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Neu Darchau has a population of 1,535. 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

1,535
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Neu Darchau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Neu Darchau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neu Darchau is $27,351, 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: Neu Darchau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,351
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 $353 (70% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$353
70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

In Neu Darchau, 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: Neu Darchau 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

Neu Darchau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates53.2290°N, 10.8853°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03354019
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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