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Plau am See, Germany

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · 🇩🇪 Germany

Plau am See is a small city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany with a population of 5,883. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,883 Population 131/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
23.5 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

Population5,883
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density131/mi²
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population5,883
Population Density131 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates53.4582°, 12.2625°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceMecklenburg-Vorpommern
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (598 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)
Median Age45.7 years

Is Plau am See a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plau am See 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. Plau am See 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

Plau am See experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Plau am See has a population of 5,883 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,883
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
44.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Plau am See vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Plau am See vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plau am See 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: Plau am See 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 Plau am See, 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: Plau am See 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

Plau am See has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area44.9 sq mi (116.3 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates53.4582°N, 12.2625°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

Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area44.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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