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Sylda, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Sylda is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 510. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
510 Population 142/sq mi density
748 ft Elevation 228 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$26,646 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,646 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$342/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,646
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $342
71% 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

Population510
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,646
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$342
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population510
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates51.6785°, 11.4259°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (729 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.6 inches (55 cm)
Median Household Income$26,646
Median Age45.7 years

Is Sylda a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylda is $26,646, 65% 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 $342 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

Sylda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Sylda has a population of 510 with a density of 142 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 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

510
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sylda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylda is $26,646, which is 65% 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: Sylda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,646
65% 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 $342 (71% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$342
71% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

In Sylda, 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: Sylda 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

Sylda experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.6 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 748 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall21.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates51.6785°N, 11.4259°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15087031

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
February 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in

Sylda has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 33°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Density142/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sylda

What is the population of Sylda?

Sylda has a population of 510 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 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 Sylda expensive to live in?

Sylda 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 $26,646, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $342 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Sylda?

Sylda has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches, with 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Sylda?

Sylda 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 Sylda?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $342.

How are the schools in Sylda?

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

How healthy is Sylda?

The obesity rate in Sylda 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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