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Rugge, The Netherlands

South Holland · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Rugge is a small town in South Holland, The Netherlands with a population of 2,495. Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,495 Population
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam 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 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population2,495
Median Age42.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population2,495
Coordinates51.8992°, 4.1523°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceSouth Holland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (810 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Rugge a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% 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

Rugge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Rugge has a population of 2,495. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,495
Total Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rugge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rugge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rugge is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rugge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rugge, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Rugge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Rugge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Coordinates51.8992°N, 4.1523°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
August 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in

Rugge has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 38°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (1.7").

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. 97.0% 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rugge

What is the population of Rugge?

Rugge has a population of 2,495 residents and is located in The Netherlands.. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Rugge expensive to live in?

Rugge is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rugge?

Rugge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Rugge?

Rugge has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Rugge?

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

How healthy is Rugge?

The obesity rate in Rugge is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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