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Niederorschel, Germany

Thuringia · Germany

Niederorschel is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 3,453. Elevation: 912 ft (278 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,453 Population 58/sq mi density
912 ft Elevation 278 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,723 Median Income
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Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$28,723 median income
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value, $368/mo rent

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About Niederorschel

Niederorschel

Niederorschel is a municipality in the district of Eichsfeld in Thuringia, Germany. The former municipalities Deuna, Gerterode, Hausen and Kleinbartloff were merged into Niederorschel in January 2019. It further includes the localities of Niederorschel, Oberorschel, and Rüdigershagen.

People

Population3,453
Density58/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,723

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
Rent$368
Ownership69.8%
Housing Units1,381

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Population3,453
Population Density58 / sq mi
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates51.3722°, 10.4237°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (987 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.7 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income$28,723

About Niederorschel

Niederorschel is a small town in Germany (Thuringia) with a population of 3,453. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet (278 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.

The median household income in Niederorschel is $28,723, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 135 business establishments.

Income: Niederorschel vs Germany

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Income

Median HH Income$28,723
62% below Germany avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)135

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Niederorschel is $73,600, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $368 (68% below the national average of $1,163). 69.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,381 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below Germany avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$368
68% below Germany avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.8%
Owner-Occupied69.8%
Renter-Occupied30.2%
Housing Units1,381

Property Tax

Climate in Niederorschel

Niederorschel has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 703 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.2°C / 32°F -2.1° / 2.5° 58.2
Feb 0.9°C / 34°F -1.9° / 3.7° 45.7
Mar 4.2°C / 40°F 0.5° / 7.8° 54.5
Apr 8.4°C / 47°F 3.6° / 13.2° 41.8
May 12.2°C / 54°F 7.2° / 17.1° 68.0
Jun 15.2°C / 59°F 10.1° / 20.3° 63.0
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 12.4° / 22.8° 82.3
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 12.4° / 22.8° 62.6
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 9.1° / 18° 58.8
Oct 9°C / 48°F 5.6° / 12.5° 51.8
Nov 4.4°C / 40°F 2° / 6.8° 55.8
Dec 1.2°C / 34°F -1° / 3.4° 60.0
Niederorschel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. The area receives 28.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below Germany avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Area60.0 sq mi (155.4 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates51.3722°N, 10.4237°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.9"
2% above Germany avg
Snowfall 28.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 16, 2015.

Sep 11, 1996 3 km ESE of Barnstädt, Germany M4.9 87 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km E of Bad Bocklet, Germany M3.4 125 km
Nov 10, 1997 2 km S of Münnerstadt, Germany M3.3 129 km
Apr 16, 2015 1 km NE of Gröbers, Germany M3.3 119 km
Feb 25, 1996 Germany M3.1 67 km
Mar 30, 1995 3 km SSE of Badenhausen, Germany M3.0 43 km
Dec 11, 1998 3 km W of Aidhausen, Germany M3.0 136 km
Feb 6, 1991 4 km SSW of Dassel, Germany M2.9 69 km
Aug 1, 1992 1 km S of Kitzen, Germany M2.9 126 km
Apr 26, 1991 7 km NW of Borgentreich, Germany M2.7 92 km
Sep 28, 1993 1 km SSW of Ronneburg, Germany M2.7 136 km
Nov 21, 2000 2 km SSE of Unterbreizbach, Germany M2.6 70 km
May 6, 2008 3 km SSW of Völkershausen, Germany M2.6 73 km
May 24, 2002 4 km WNW of Schernberg, Germany M2.6 20 km
Jan 10, 2001 3 km NNE of Großbodungen, Germany M2.5 15 km
Feb 11, 2008 1 km W of Bennstedt, Germany M2.5 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Niederorschel has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 32°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Niederorschel

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grundschule/Regelschule
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Radio Stations near Niederorschel

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90s90s - Lovesongs pop music MP3
Emsefunk electronic, pop MP3 128 kbps
MDR THÜRINGEN Nordthüringen heiligenstadt, hits AAC 102 kbps
Nerds and Geeks: THE STATION (96kbps) chiptunes, retro games MP3 96 kbps
Radio Nightclub pop, rock MP3 128 kbps
Flashbass.fm MP3 128 kbps
SCHLAGER 70er, kult MP3 128 kbps
Radio RFM (Rundfunk Meissner e.V.) community radio OGG 96 kbps
energy 93 eurodance MP3 128 kbps
Leinewelle MP3 192 kbps
RADIO 21 Göttingen pop, rock MP3

Museums in Niederorschel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1. Deutsches Bratwurstmuseum
Allerheiligenkirche
Allerheiligenkirche
Alte Kanzlei
Bauernkriegsmuseum
Dorfmuseum Haynrode
Dorfmuseum Heldra
Eichsfelder Fleischerei Museum
Feuerwehrmuseum
Feuerwehrmuseum Feuerwehr Mühlhausen
Glasmuseum
Grenzlandmuseum Bad Sachsa
Grenzlandmuseum Eichsfeld
Gülden Creutz
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum Duderstadt
Heimatmuseum Treffurt
Heimatstube
Heimatstube
Heimatstube Gerblingerode
Heimatstube Mehrstedt
Heimatstube Struth
Heinz Sielmann Stiftung Natur-Erlebniszentrum Gut Herbigshagen
Historische Wehranlage
Historisches Backhaus Flarchheim
Hüttenmuseum
Kali-Bergbaumuseum
Kulturhistorisches Museum
Kulturhistorisches Museum
Landmaschinenmuseum
Lok-Schuppen der Mühlhäuser Straßenbahn
Museum (im historisches Rathaus)
Museum St. Marien, Müntzergedenkstätte
Museumsgebäude Opfermoor Vogtei
Seilermuseeum
Stadtmuseum Ellrich
Strumpfmuseum
ZisterzienserMuseum Kloster Walkenried

Libraries in Niederorschel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothek Heyerode0.0
Bibliothek Menteroda0.0
Bücher Box Teistungen0.0
Dorfbücherei Zella0.0
Kath. öffentliche Bücherei0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek Jakobikirche0.0
Stadtbibliothek Leinefelde-Worbis0.0
Stadtbibliothek Worbis0.0

Farmers Markets in Niederorschel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Friedensplatz
Wochenmarkt Duderstadt
Zierbrunnenplatz

Hotels in Niederorschel

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Landgasthaus Huke

Restaurants in Niederorschel

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasthof Zum Schlupfwinkel
Gaststätte und Pension Lauerwald
Landgasthaus Huke

Dentists in Niederorschel

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Praxis Dr. Sachs Zahnärzte
Zahnarztpraxis Dr. Posmyk

Gas Stations in Niederorschel

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hoyer
Raiffeisen Tankstelle

Banks in Niederorschel

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kreissparkasse Eichsfeld
Volksbank Eichsfeld Northeim

Breweries in Niederorschel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brauerei Neunspringe
Michels Eichsfelder Braumanufaktur e.K.

Stadiums & Teams in Niederorschel

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Niederorschel

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Wintersportgebiet Wurmberg 0.0 $0
Ski Area Mühlwiese 0.0 $0

Airports Near Niederorschel

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Erfurt-Weimar AirportERFLarge Airport
Eisenach-Kindel AirportEIBMedium Airport
Arnstadt-Alkersleben AirfieldSmall Airport
Aue bei Hattorf AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Frankenhausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Gandersheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Hersfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Bad Langensalza AirfieldSmall Airport
Bleicherode AirfieldSmall Airport
Bollrich AirfieldSmall Airport
Crawinkel AirfieldSmall Airport
Dingelstedt AirfieldSmall Airport
Dornberg-Sontra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dorstadt Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Eichsfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Gotha-Ost AirfieldSmall Airport
Gronau AirfieldSmall Airport
Hasselfelde AirfieldSmall Airport
Hessisch Lichtenau AirfieldSmall Airport
Hohenstein ULSmall Airport
Kreuzebra Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Mühlhausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Niederwillingen AirfieldSmall Airport
Nordhausen AirfieldSmall Airport
Northeim AirfieldSmall Airport
Obermehler-Schlotheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Pennewitz AirfieldSmall Airport
Plätzer AirfieldSmall Airport
Salzgitter-Schäferstuhl AirfieldSmall Airport
Sassberg Glider FieldSmall Airport
Stapelburg AirfieldSmall Airport
Stauffenbühl AirfieldSmall Airport
Steinberg at Wessein AirfieldSmall Airport
Suhl-Goldlauter AirfieldSmall Airport
Sultmer Berg AirfieldSmall Airport
Uehrde AirfieldSmall Airport
Weper AirfieldSmall Airport
Witzenhausen-Burgberg Glider FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Niederorschel

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Rehaklinik Zorge für Mutter-Vater-Kind

Churches & Religious Organizations in Niederorschel

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Auferstehungskirche
St. Marien

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Berlin

🇩🇪 About Germany

Capital Berlin
Population 82,927,922
Area 357,021 km²
GDP (USD) $4,562,207,532,490
GDP per capita $54,777
HDI 0.950
Life expectancy 80.5 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 81.9%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages German
Calling code +49
TLD .de
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Germany

19 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 8 International Women's Day Internationaler Frauentag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Ostersonntag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Christi Himmelfahrt
May 24 Pentecost Pfingstsonntag
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Aug 15 Assumption Day Mariä Himmelfahrt
Sep 20 World Children's Day Weltkindertag
Oct 3 German Unity Day Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Oct 31 Reformation Day Reformationstag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Nov 18 Repentance and Prayer Day Buß- und Bettag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Erster Weihnachtstag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Zweiter Weihnachtstag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Niederorschel

What is the population of Niederorschel?

Niederorschel has a population of 3,453 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 60.0 square miles.

Is Niederorschel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,723, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $73,600 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $368 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Niederorschel?

Niederorschel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 28.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Niederorschel?

There are 135 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Niederorschel?

The median home value in Niederorschel is $73,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $368. The homeownership rate is 69.8%.

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