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Niederwölz, Austria

Styria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Niederwölz is a small town in Styria, Austria with a population of 596. Elevation: 2,454 ft (748 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
596 Population
2,454 ft Elevation 748 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
47.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna 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 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
55% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population596
Median Age43.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,580
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation2,454 ft (748 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population596
Elevation2,454 ft (748 m)
Coordinates47.1513°, 14.3748°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceStyria
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation47.9 inches (1,216 mm)
Annual Snowfall73.6 inches (187 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Niederwölz a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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

Niederwölz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 73.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Niederwölz has a population of 596. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

596
Total Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Niederwölz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niederwölz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niederwölz is N/A. Per capita income is $56,580 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Niederwölz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
55% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Niederwölz, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 77.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity77.8%
Depression10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Niederwölz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 268 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 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 73.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,454 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall73.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation2,454 ft (748 m)
Coordinates47.1513°N, 14.3748°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 28°F (-2°C)
2.1"
Feb 27°F (-3°C)
2.1"
Mar 33°F (1°C)
3.1"
Apr 40°F (4°C)
3.5"
May 49°F (9°C)
4.1"
Jun 55°F (13°C)
5.8"
Jul 60°F (16°C)
6.1"
Aug 58°F (14°C)
5.2"
Sep 51°F (11°C)
4.5"
Oct 43°F (6°C)
3.7"
Nov 33°F (0°C)
3.5"
Dec 26°F (-3°C)
2.9"

The warmest month is July at 60°F, while the coldest is December at 26°F — a seasonal swing of 34°F. July sees the most rain (6.1"), while January is the driest (2.1").

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. 95.3% 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 Access95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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