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Schweina, Germany

Thuringia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Schweina is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 3,098. Elevation: 1,004 ft (306 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,098 Population 489/sq mi density
1,004 ft Elevation 306 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,720 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,720 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$429/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,720
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $429
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

Population3,098
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,720
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$429
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population3,098
Population Density489 / sq mi
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Coordinates50.8250°, 10.3379°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.5 inches (65 cm)
Median Household Income$28,720
Median Age45.7 years

Is Schweina a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schweina is $28,720, 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 $429 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

Schweina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Schweina has a population of 3,098 with a density of 489 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 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

3,098
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Schweina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Schweina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schweina is $28,720, 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: Schweina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,720
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 $429 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$429
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.3%

Property Tax

In Schweina, 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: Schweina 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

Schweina experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. The area receives 25.5 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 1,004 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall25.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates50.8250°N, 10.3379°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS16063099
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 Density489/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Bad Liebenstein 4,094 pop · 0.9 mi Steinbach 1,345 pop · 1.3 mi Immelborn 1,860 pop · 3.5 mi Breitungen 5,281 pop · 4.3 mi Trusetal 4,208 pop · 4.5 mi Bad Salzungen 16,410 pop · 4.5 mi Brotterode 3,052 pop · 4.7 mi Ruhla 6,757 pop · 4.8 mi Leimbach 1,881 pop · 6.0 mi Kleinschmalkalden 1,514 pop · 6.3 mi Fambach 1,995 pop · 6.5 mi Thal 1,975 pop · 6.8 mi Wernshausen 3,143 pop · 7.0 mi Tiefenort 4,268 pop · 7.6 mi
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