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Palfau, Austria

Styria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Palfau is a small town in Styria, Austria with a population of 369. Elevation: 1,923 ft (586 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
369 Population 17/sq mi density
1,923 ft Elevation 586 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
40.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
55% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population369
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,580
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population369
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)
Coordinates47.7000°, 14.8000°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceStyria
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,022 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Palfau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palfau 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Palfau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Palfau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Palfau has a population of 369 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

369
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
22.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Palfau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Palfau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palfau is N/A. Per capita income is $56,580 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Palfau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
55% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Palfau, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 77.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Palfau vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity77.8%
Depression10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Palfau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,923 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)
Area22.4 sq mi (58.1 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates47.7000°N, 14.8000°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 5.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
November 35°F (1°C) 2.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.6 in

Palfau has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 27°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.7") and February the driest (2.1").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area22.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Palfau

What is the population of Palfau?

Palfau has a population of 369 residents and is located in Austria. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Palfau expensive to live in?

Palfau is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Palfau?

Palfau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Palfau?

The unemployment rate in Palfau is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Palfau?

35.0% of adults in Palfau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Palfau?

The obesity rate in Palfau is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 77.8% are physically inactive. 10.2% of residents report depression.

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