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Planken, Liechtenstein

Planken · 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein

Planken is a small town in Planken, Liechtenstein with a population of 478. Elevation: 2,575 ft (785 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
478 Population 233/sq mi density
2,575 ft Elevation 785 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
92.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vaduz 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 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

Population478
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$206,781
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain92.2 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation2,575 ft (785 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population478
Population Density233 / sq mi
Elevation2,575 ft (785 m)
Coordinates47.1852°, 9.5444°
TimezoneEurope/Vaduz
Country🇱🇮 Liechtenstein
State / ProvincePlanken
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation92.2 inches (2,341 mm)
Annual Snowfall213.0 inches (541 cm)
Median Age44.2 years

Is Planken a Good Place to Live?

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

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

Climate & Weather

Planken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 92.2 inches, including 213.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Planken has a population of 478 with a density of 233 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

478
Total Population
233
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Planken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Planken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Planken is N/A. Per capita income is $206,781 (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 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Planken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$206,781

Employment & Poverty

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

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Planken, 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: Planken 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

Planken experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 92.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 213.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 2,575 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.2 inches
143% above US avg
Snowfall213.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation2,575 ft (785 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density233/sq mi
Coordinates47.1852°N, 9.5444°W
TimezoneEurope/Vaduz

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
June 60°F (15°C) 5.7 in
July 69°F (20°C) 6.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in Coldest

Planken has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 34°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (2.8").

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. 97.3% 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 Density233/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Planken

What is the population of Planken?

Planken has a population of 478 residents and is located in Liechtenstein. The population density is 233 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Planken expensive to live in?

Planken is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Planken?

Planken has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.2 inches, with 213.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Planken?

Planken has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Planken?

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

How healthy is Planken?

The obesity rate in Planken is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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