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Neustadt am Rennsteig, Germany

Thuringia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Neustadt am Rennsteig is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 1,111. Elevation: 2,572 ft (784 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,111 Population 169/sq mi density
2,572 ft Elevation 784 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
49.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,276 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,276 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$359/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,276
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $359
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

Population1,111
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,276
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$359
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days192/yr
Elevation2,572 ft (784 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,111
Population Density169 / sq mi
Elevation2,572 ft (784 m)
Coordinates50.5822°, 10.9332°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,265 mm)
Annual Snowfall57.3 inches (146 cm)
Median Household Income$27,276
Median Age45.7 years

Is Neustadt am Rennsteig a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neustadt am Rennsteig receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Neustadt am Rennsteig stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neustadt am Rennsteig is $27,276, 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 $359 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

Neustadt am Rennsteig experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 192 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 57.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Neustadt am Rennsteig has a population of 1,111 with a density of 169 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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

1,111
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Neustadt am Rennsteig vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Neustadt am Rennsteig vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neustadt am Rennsteig is $27,276, 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: Neustadt am Rennsteig vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,276
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 $359 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$359
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.5%

Property Tax

In Neustadt am Rennsteig, 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: Neustadt am Rennsteig 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

Neustadt am Rennsteig experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 192 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 57.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 2,572 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days192 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall57.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation2,572 ft (784 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates50.5822°N, 10.9332°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS16070058
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 Density169/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Altenfeld 1,116 pop · 1.7 mi Frauenwald 1,131 pop · 3.3 mi Großbreitenbach 2,965 pop · 3.3 mi Stützerbach 1,698 pop · 4.6 mi Masserberg 2,828 pop · 4.6 mi Gehren 3,703 pop · 5.6 mi Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig 1,989 pop · 5.6 mi Katzhütte 2,207 pop · 5.7 mi Langewiesen 3,793 pop · 6.5 mi Meuselbach 1,373 pop · 7.0 mi Neuhaus 6,052 pop · 7.0 mi Ilmenau 27,055 pop · 7.0 mi Mellenbach-Glasbach 1,159 pop · 7.7 mi Sankt Kilian 3,226 pop · 8.4 mi
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