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Oschatz, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Oschatz is a small city in Saxony, Germany with a population of 16,000. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
16,000 Population
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,238 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,238 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$386/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,238
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $386
67% 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

Population16,000
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,238
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$386
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population16,000
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates51.3000°, 13.1098°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$28,238
Median Age45.7 years

Is Oschatz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oschatz receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Oschatz stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oschatz is $28,238, 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 $386 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

Oschatz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Oschatz has a population of 16,000. 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

16,000
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oschatz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oschatz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oschatz is $28,238, 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: Oschatz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,238
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 $386 (67% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$386
67% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied33.4%

Property Tax

In Oschatz, 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: Oschatz 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

Oschatz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. 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 407 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates51.3000°N, 13.1098°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS14730230
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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