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Ostrau, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Ostrau is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 994. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
994 Population
295 ft Elevation 90 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
$410/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 $410
65% 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

Population994
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$410
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
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population994
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates51.3089°, 12.0559°
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 Ostrau a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ostrau 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 $410 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

Ostrau 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.

Ostrau has a population of 994. 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

994
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ostrau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ostrau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ostrau 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: Ostrau 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 $410 (65% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$410
65% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.9%

Property Tax

In Ostrau, 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: Ostrau 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

Ostrau 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 295 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

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates51.3089°N, 12.0559°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15088020

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in

Ostrau has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 34°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.1").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Ostrau

What is the population of Ostrau?

Ostrau has a population of 994 residents and is located in Germany.. 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 Ostrau expensive to live in?

Ostrau 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 $410 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Ostrau?

Ostrau 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 Ostrau?

Ostrau 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 Ostrau?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $410.

How are the schools in Ostrau?

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

How healthy is Ostrau?

The obesity rate in Ostrau 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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