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Salgen, Germany

Bavaria · 🇩🇪 Germany

Salgen is a small town in Bavaria, Germany with a population of 1,459. Elevation: 1,834 ft (559 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,459 Population
1,834 ft Elevation 559 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
51.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$34,258 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$34,258 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$436/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,258
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $436
63% 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

Population1,459
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,258
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$436
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,459
Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)
Coordinates48.1307°, 10.4789°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceBavaria
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,312 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.5 inches (88 cm)
Median Household Income$34,258
Median Age45.7 years

Is Salgen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salgen receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Salgen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salgen is $34,258, 54% 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 $436 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

Salgen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Salgen has a population of 1,459. 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

1,459
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Salgen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salgen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salgen is $34,258, which is 54% 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: Salgen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,258
54% 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 $436 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$436
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

In Salgen, 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: Salgen 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

Salgen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 1,834 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)
Coordinates48.1307°N, 10.4789°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS09778190

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.3 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 5.3 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.6 in

Salgen has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 32°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (2.2").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Salgen

What is the population of Salgen?

Salgen has a population of 1,459 residents and is located in Germany.. 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 Salgen expensive to live in?

Salgen 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 $34,258, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $436 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Salgen?

Salgen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches, with 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Salgen?

Salgen 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 Salgen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $436.

How are the schools in Salgen?

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

How healthy is Salgen?

The obesity rate in Salgen 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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