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Vlotho, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Vlotho is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 20,214. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
20,214 Population 8,493/sq mi density
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
34.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$31,161 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,161 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$373/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,161
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $373
68% 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

Population20,214
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density8,493/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,161
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$373
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population20,214
Population Density8,493 / sq mi
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates52.1653°, 8.8600°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.9 inches (887 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$31,161
Median Age45.7 years

Is Vlotho a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vlotho is $31,161, 59% 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 $373 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

Vlotho experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Vlotho has a population of 20,214 with a density of 8,493 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 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

20,214
Total Population
8,493
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vlotho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vlotho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vlotho is $31,161, which is 59% 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: Vlotho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,161
59% 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 $373 (68% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$373
68% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%

Property Tax

In Vlotho, 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: Vlotho 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

Vlotho experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 273 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 34.9 inches. The area receives 5.6 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 223 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density8,493/sq mi
Coordinates52.1653°N, 8.8600°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05758036
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 Density8,493/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Bad Oeynhausen 49,513 pop · 3.7 mi Porta Westfalica 36,364 pop · 5.0 mi Obernbeck 6,523 pop · 7.1 mi Löhne 39,521 pop · 7.3 mi Bad Salzuflen 54,899 pop · 7.3 mi Herford 64,879 pop · 8.7 mi Minden 82,879 pop · 8.9 mi Rinteln 25,626 pop · 9.4 mi Lemgo 41,943 pop · 9.6 mi Kirchlengern 16,338 pop · 9.9 mi Hiddenhausen 20,771 pop · 10.3 mi Bückeburg 19,351 pop · 10.4 mi Dörentrup 8,713 pop · 10.5 mi Luhden 1,138 pop · 10.7 mi
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