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Schköna, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Schköna is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 801. Elevation: 479 ft (146 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
801 Population 71/sq mi density
479 ft Elevation 146 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,211 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,211 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$354/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,211
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $354
70% 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

Population801
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,211
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$354
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population801
Population Density71 / sq mi
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Coordinates51.6810°, 12.5372°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.0 inches (51 cm)
Median Household Income$28,211
Median Age45.7 years

Is Schköna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schköna 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. Schköna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schköna is $28,211, 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 $354 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

Schköna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Schköna has a population of 801 with a density of 71 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 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

801
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
11.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Schköna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Schköna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schköna is $28,211, 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: Schköna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,211
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 $354 (70% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$354
70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.4%

Property Tax

In Schköna, 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: Schköna 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

Schköna experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. The area receives 20.0 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 479 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.1 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates51.6810°N, 12.5372°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15091110

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
February 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.9 in

Schköna has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 33°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.4").

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 Density71/sq mi
Total Area11.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Schköna

What is the population of Schköna?

Schköna has a population of 801 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 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 Schköna expensive to live in?

Schköna 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 $28,211, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $354 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Schköna?

Schköna has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Schköna?

Schköna 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 Schköna?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $354.

How are the schools in Schköna?

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

How healthy is Schköna?

The obesity rate in Schköna 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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