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Poley, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Poley is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 667. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
667 Population 175/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$26,517 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,517 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$392/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,517
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $392
66% lower 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

Population667
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,517
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$392
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population667
Population Density175 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates51.7755°, 11.8208°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (828 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.5 inches (34 cm)
Median Household Income$26,517
Median Age45.7 years

Is Poley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Poley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poley is $26,517, 65% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $392 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Poley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Poley has a population of 667 with a density of 175 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 25.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

667
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Poley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Poley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poley is $26,517, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,777 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (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 75.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Poley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,517
65% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $392 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$392
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.6%

Property Tax

In Poley, 20.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 83.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Poley 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

Poley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.6 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates51.7755°N, 11.8208°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15089030

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in

Poley has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.0").

35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 92.5% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density175/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Poley

What is the population of Poley?

Poley has a population of 667 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Poley expensive to live in?

Poley is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 75.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,517, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $392 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Poley?

Poley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Poley?

Poley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Poley?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $392.

How are the schools in Poley?

35.4% of adults in Poley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Poley?

The obesity rate in Poley is 20.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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