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Steinheim, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Steinheim is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 13,797. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
13,797 Population
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$30,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,200 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,200
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $361
69% 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

Population13,797
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,200
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$361
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population13,797
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates51.8707°, 9.0914°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.7 inches (933 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$30,200
Median Age45.7 years

Is Steinheim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Steinheim receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Steinheim stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Steinheim is $30,200, 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 $361 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

Steinheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Steinheim has a population of 13,797. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,797
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Steinheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Steinheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Steinheim is $30,200, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Steinheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,200
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 $361 (69% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$361
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.9%

Property Tax

In Steinheim, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 83.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Steinheim 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

Steinheim has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates51.8707°N, 9.0914°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05762032
35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

Nearby Cities

Schieder-Schwalenberg 9,443 pop · 4.5 mi Nieheim 6,961 pop · 4.6 mi Bad Meinberg 4,636 pop · 4.9 mi Blomberg 17,183 pop · 5.0 mi Horn 7,018 pop · 6.2 mi Barntrup 9,513 pop · 8.3 mi Lügde 11,290 pop · 9.0 mi Altenbeken 9,716 pop · 9.7 mi Bad Driburg 19,553 pop · 10.0 mi Detmold 73,680 pop · 10.4 mi Bad Pyrmont 21,629 pop · 10.5 mi Schlangen 9,137 pop · 11.3 mi Brakel 17,808 pop · 11.3 mi Dörentrup 8,713 pop · 12.4 mi
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