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Pieterlen, Switzerland

Bern · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Pieterlen is a small town in Bern, Switzerland with a population of 3,317. Elevation: 1,444 ft (440 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,317 Population
1,444 ft Elevation 440 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population3,317
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population3,317
Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Coordinates47.1750°, 7.3379°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceBern
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,364 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.1 inches (66 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Pieterlen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pieterlen receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Pieterlen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, 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 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pieterlen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches, including 26.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Pieterlen has a population of 3,317. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,317
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pieterlen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pieterlen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pieterlen is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Pieterlen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pieterlen, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Pieterlen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 267 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 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall26.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Coordinates47.1750°N, 7.3379°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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