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Semmering, Austria

Lower Austria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Semmering is a small town in Lower Austria, Austria with a population of 544. Elevation: 3,215 ft (980 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
544 Population
3,215 ft Elevation 980 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
44.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna 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 15.4%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
55% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population544
Median Age43.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,580
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity15.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation3,215 ft (980 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population544
Elevation3,215 ft (980 m)
Coordinates47.6335°, 15.8299°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceLower Austria
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation44.9 inches (1,141 mm)
Annual Snowfall67.5 inches (171 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Semmering a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Semmering 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Semmering offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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

Semmering experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 67.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Semmering has a population of 544. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

544
Total Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Semmering vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Semmering vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Semmering is N/A. Per capita income is $56,580 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Semmering vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
55% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Semmering, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 77.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity77.8%
Depression10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Semmering experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. The area receives 67.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,215 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall67.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation3,215 ft (980 m)
Coordinates47.6335°N, 15.8299°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 3.2 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 4.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.0 in

Semmering has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 28°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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. 95.3% 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 Access95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Semmering

What is the population of Semmering?

Semmering has a population of 544 residents and is located in Austria.. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Semmering expensive to live in?

Semmering is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Semmering?

Semmering has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches, with 67.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Semmering?

The unemployment rate in Semmering is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Semmering?

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

How healthy is Semmering?

The obesity rate in Semmering is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 77.8% are physically inactive. 10.2% of residents report depression.

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