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Pretzschendorf, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Pretzschendorf is a small town in Saxony, Germany with a population of 4,440. Elevation: 1,558 ft (475 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,440 Population 231/sq mi density
1,558 ft Elevation 475 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,796 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,796 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$385/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,796
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $385
67% 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

Population4,440
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,796
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$385
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation1,558 ft (475 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population4,440
Population Density231 / sq mi
Elevation1,558 ft (475 m)
Coordinates50.8739°, 13.5250°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (782 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.6 inches (17 cm)
Median Household Income$28,796
Median Age45.7 years

Is Pretzschendorf a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pretzschendorf is $28,796, 62% 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 $385 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

Pretzschendorf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pretzschendorf has a population of 4,440 with a density of 231 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 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

4,440
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
19.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pretzschendorf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pretzschendorf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pretzschendorf is $28,796, which is 62% 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: Pretzschendorf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,796
62% 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 $385 (67% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$385
67% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

In Pretzschendorf, 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: Pretzschendorf 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

Pretzschendorf experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.8 inches. The area receives 6.6 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 1,558 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,558 ft (475 m)
Area19.3 sq mi (49.9 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates50.8739°N, 13.5250°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS14628205

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 47°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.5 in

Pretzschendorf has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 30°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.9").

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 Density231/sq mi
Total Area19.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pretzschendorf

What is the population of Pretzschendorf?

Pretzschendorf has a population of 4,440 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 231 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 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 Pretzschendorf expensive to live in?

Pretzschendorf 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 $28,796, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $385 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Pretzschendorf?

Pretzschendorf has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Pretzschendorf?

Pretzschendorf 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 Pretzschendorf?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $385.

How are the schools in Pretzschendorf?

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

How healthy is Pretzschendorf?

The obesity rate in Pretzschendorf 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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