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Pulheim, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Pulheim is a mid-size city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 53,762. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
53,762 Population
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$30,465 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$30,465 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$628/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,465
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% 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

Population53,762
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,465
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$628
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population53,762
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates50.9997°, 6.8063°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,250 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$30,465
Median Age45.7 years

Is Pulheim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pulheim receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pulheim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pulheim is $30,465, 59% 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 $628 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

Pulheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pulheim has a population of 53,762. 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

53,762
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pulheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pulheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pulheim is $30,465, which is 59% 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: Pulheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,465
59% 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 $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.3%

Property Tax

In Pulheim, 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: Pulheim 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

Pulheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 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 154 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates50.9997°N, 6.8063°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05362036
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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