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Oechlitz, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Oechlitz is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 580. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
580 Population 126/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,316 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,316 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,316
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $361
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

Population580
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,316
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$361
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population580
Population Density126 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates51.3232°, 11.7625°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.1 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$28,316
Median Age45.7 years

Is Oechlitz a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oechlitz is $28,316, 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 $361 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

Oechlitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Oechlitz has a population of 580 with a density of 126 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 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

580
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oechlitz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oechlitz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oechlitz is $28,316, 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: Oechlitz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,316
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 $361 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$361
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

In Oechlitz, 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: Oechlitz 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

Oechlitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The area receives 19.1 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 486 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates51.3232°N, 11.7625°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15088235

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 1.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in

Oechlitz has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 34°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.2").

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 Density126/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oechlitz

What is the population of Oechlitz?

Oechlitz has a population of 580 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 126 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 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 Oechlitz expensive to live in?

Oechlitz 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 $28,316, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $361 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Oechlitz?

Oechlitz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Oechlitz?

Oechlitz 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 Oechlitz?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $361.

How are the schools in Oechlitz?

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

How healthy is Oechlitz?

The obesity rate in Oechlitz 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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