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Senden, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Senden is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 20,363. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
20,363 Population
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$33,327 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$33,327 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$485/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,327
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $485
58% 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

Population20,363
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,327
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$485
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population20,363
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates51.8565°, 7.4833°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (795 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$33,327
Median Age45.7 years

Is Senden a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Senden is $33,327, 56% 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 $485 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

Senden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Senden has a population of 20,363. 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

20,363
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Senden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Senden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Senden is $33,327, which is 56% 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: Senden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,327
56% 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 $485 (58% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$485
58% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%

Property Tax

In Senden, 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: Senden 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

Senden experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. The area receives 2.8 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 197 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates51.8565°N, 7.4833°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05558044

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 36°F (2°C)
2.8"
Feb 36°F (2°C)
2.1"
Mar 41°F (5°C)
2.4"
Apr 47°F (9°C)
1.9"
May 55°F (13°C)
2.4"
Jun 60°F (16°C)
2.8"
Jul 64°F (18°C)
3.0"
Aug 63°F (17°C)
2.9"
Sep 57°F (14°C)
2.7"
Oct 50°F (10°C)
2.4"
Nov 42°F (6°C)
3.0"
Dec 37°F (3°C)
3.1"

The warmest month is July at 64°F, while the coldest is January at 36°F — a seasonal swing of 28°F. December sees the most rain (3.1"), while April is 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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