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Oberlichtenau, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Oberlichtenau is a small town in Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,538. Elevation: 807 ft (246 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,538 Population 397/sq mi density
807 ft Elevation 246 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,673 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,673 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$427/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,673
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $427
63% 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

Population1,538
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density397/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,673
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$427
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,538
Population Density397 / sq mi
Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Coordinates51.2188°, 13.9899°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall38.8 inches (99 cm)
Median Household Income$28,673
Median Age45.7 years

Is Oberlichtenau a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oberlichtenau is $28,673, 62% 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 $427 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

Oberlichtenau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Oberlichtenau has a population of 1,538 with a density of 397 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 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

1,538
Total Population
397
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oberlichtenau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oberlichtenau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oberlichtenau is $28,673, which is 62% 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: Oberlichtenau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,673
62% 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 $427 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$427
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.6%

Property Tax

In Oberlichtenau, 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: Oberlichtenau 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

Oberlichtenau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. The area receives 38.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 807 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall38.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density397/sq mi
Coordinates51.2188°N, 13.9899°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS14625450

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
February 33°F (1°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in

Oberlichtenau has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 33°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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 Density397/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oberlichtenau

What is the population of Oberlichtenau?

Oberlichtenau has a population of 1,538 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 397 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Oberlichtenau expensive to live in?

Oberlichtenau is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 75.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $28,673, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $427 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Oberlichtenau?

Oberlichtenau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Oberlichtenau?

Oberlichtenau has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Oberlichtenau?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $427.

How are the schools in Oberlichtenau?

35.4% of adults in Oberlichtenau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Oberlichtenau?

The obesity rate in Oberlichtenau is 20.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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