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Wangenheim, Germany

Thuringia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Wangenheim is a small town in Thuringia, Germany with a population of 706. Elevation: 876 ft (267 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
706 Population 183/sq mi density
876 ft Elevation 267 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$27,469 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,469 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$371/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,469
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $371
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

Population706
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,469
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$371
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population706
Population Density183 / sq mi
Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Coordinates51.0198°, 10.6242°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceThuringia
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.5 inches (65 cm)
Median Household Income$27,469
Median Age45.7 years

Is Wangenheim a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wangenheim is $27,469, 63% 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 $371 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

Wangenheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wangenheim has a population of 706 with a density of 183 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 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

706
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wangenheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wangenheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wangenheim is $27,469, which is 63% 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: Wangenheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,469
63% 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 $371 (68% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$371
68% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

In Wangenheim, 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: Wangenheim 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

Wangenheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. The area receives 25.5 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 876 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall25.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates51.0198°N, 10.6242°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS16067091

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in

Wangenheim has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 33°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density183/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wangenheim

What is the population of Wangenheim?

Wangenheim has a population of 706 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 183 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 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 Wangenheim expensive to live in?

Wangenheim 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 $27,469, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $371 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Wangenheim?

Wangenheim has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches, with 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wangenheim?

Wangenheim 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 Wangenheim?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $371.

How are the schools in Wangenheim?

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

How healthy is Wangenheim?

The obesity rate in Wangenheim 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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