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Waldau, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Waldau is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 518. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
518 Population
748 ft Elevation 228 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,204 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,204 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$432/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,204
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $432
63% 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

Population518
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,204
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$432
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population518
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates51.0638°, 11.9339°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.3 inches (64 cm)
Median Household Income$27,204
Median Age45.7 years

Is Waldau a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldau is $27,204, 64% 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 $432 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

Waldau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Waldau has a population of 518. 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

518
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Waldau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldau is $27,204, which is 64% 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: Waldau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,204
64% 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 $432 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$432
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.2%

Property Tax

In Waldau, 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: Waldau 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

Waldau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. The area receives 25.3 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

38°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates51.0638°N, 11.9339°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15084375

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in

Waldau has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.3").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waldau

What is the population of Waldau?

Waldau has a population of 518 residents and is located in Germany.. 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 Waldau expensive to live in?

Waldau 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 $27,204, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Waldau?

Waldau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Waldau?

Waldau 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 Waldau?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $432.

How are the schools in Waldau?

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

How healthy is Waldau?

The obesity rate in Waldau 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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