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Paderborn, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Paderborn is a large city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 142,161. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
142,161 Population
387 ft Elevation 118 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher 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

Population142,161
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation387 ft (118 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population142,161
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates51.7191°, 8.7544°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (934 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Age45.7 years

Is Paderborn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paderborn 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. Paderborn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Paderborn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Paderborn has a population of 142,161. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

142,161
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Paderborn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Paderborn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paderborn is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Paderborn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Paderborn, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 83.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Paderborn 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

Paderborn has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates51.7191°N, 8.7544°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

Nearby Cities

Bad Lippspringe 15,175 pop · 5.2 mi Salzkotten 24,561 pop · 7.3 mi Schlangen 9,137 pop · 7.4 mi Hövelhof 15,962 pop · 8.1 mi Altenbeken 9,716 pop · 8.6 mi Delbrück 29,884 pop · 8.8 mi Lichtenau 11,268 pop · 9.3 mi Bad Driburg 19,553 pop · 11.4 mi Geseke 20,602 pop · 11.7 mi Augustdorf 9,889 pop · 13.2 mi Horn 7,018 pop · 13.3 mi Willebadessen 8,821 pop · 13.7 mi Bad Wünnenberg 12,439 pop · 14.0 mi Büren 22,263 pop · 14.3 mi
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