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Obere Klaus, Austria

Styria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Obere Klaus is a small town in Styria, Austria with a population of 977. Elevation: 2,612 ft (796 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
977 Population
2,612 ft Elevation 796 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
76.5 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

Population977
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain76.5 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation2,612 ft (796 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population977
Elevation2,612 ft (796 m)
Coordinates47.3921°, 13.6500°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceStyria
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation76.5 inches (1,944 mm)
Annual Snowfall263.6 inches (669 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Obere Klaus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Obere Klaus 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. Obere Klaus 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

Obere Klaus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.5 inches, including 263.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Obere Klaus has a population of 977. 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

977
Total Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Obere Klaus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Obere Klaus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Obere Klaus 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: Obere Klaus 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 Obere Klaus, 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: Obere Klaus 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

Obere Klaus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 76.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 263.6 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 2,612 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.5 inches
101% above US avg
Snowfall263.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation2,612 ft (796 m)
Coordinates47.3921°N, 13.6500°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
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

Nearby Cities

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