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Selk, Germany

Schleswig-Holstein · 🇩🇪 Germany

Selk is a small town in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany with a population of 837. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
837 Population 215/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
46.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$30,337 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$30,337 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$442/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,337
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $442
62% 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

Population837
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,337
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$442
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population837
Population Density215 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates54.4732°, 9.5780°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSchleswig-Holstein
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation46.5 inches (1,180 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$30,337
Median Age45.7 years

Is Selk a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Selk is $30,337, 60% 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 $442 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

Selk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Selk has a population of 837 with a density of 215 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 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

837
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Selk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Selk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Selk is $30,337, which is 60% 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: Selk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,337
60% 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 $442 (62% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$442
62% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

In Selk, 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: Selk 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

Selk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.6 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 69 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall12.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates54.4732°N, 9.5780°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS01059078

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 38°F (4°C) 2.6 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in

Selk has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 34°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.9").

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 Density215/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Selk

What is the population of Selk?

Selk has a population of 837 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 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 Selk expensive to live in?

Selk 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 $30,337, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $442 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Selk?

Selk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Selk?

Selk 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 Selk?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $442.

How are the schools in Selk?

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

How healthy is Selk?

The obesity rate in Selk 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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