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Voorst, The Netherlands

Gelderland · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Voorst is a small town in Gelderland, The Netherlands with a population of 1,505. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,505 Population 31/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
46.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam 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 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,505
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population1,505
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates52.1700°, 6.1417°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceGelderland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation46.8 inches (1,188 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.2 inches (23 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Voorst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Voorst receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Voorst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% 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

Voorst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Voorst has a population of 1,505 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,505
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
48.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Voorst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Voorst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Voorst is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Voorst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Voorst, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Voorst experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area48.8 sq mi (126.5 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates52.1700°N, 6.1417°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
February 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Voorst has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 37°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.9").

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. 97.0% 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

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area48.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Voorst

What is the population of Voorst?

Voorst has a population of 1,505 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Voorst expensive to live in?

Voorst is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Voorst?

Voorst has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.8 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Voorst?

Voorst has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Voorst?

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

How healthy is Voorst?

The obesity rate in Voorst is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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