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Wartenburg, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Wartenburg is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 858. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
858 Population 142/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
22.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,211 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,211 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$360/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,211
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $360
69% 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

Population858
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,211
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$360
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population858
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates51.8096°, 12.7793°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (567 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$28,211
Median Age45.7 years

Is Wartenburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wartenburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Wartenburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wartenburg is $28,211, 62% 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 $360 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

Wartenburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wartenburg has a population of 858 with a density of 142 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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

858
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wartenburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wartenburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wartenburg is $28,211, which is 62% 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: Wartenburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,211
62% 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 $360 (69% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$360
69% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

In Wartenburg, 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: Wartenburg 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

Wartenburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 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 236 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates51.8096°N, 12.7793°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15091160

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.9 in

Wartenburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February 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

Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wartenburg

What is the population of Wartenburg?

Wartenburg has a population of 858 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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 Wartenburg expensive to live in?

Wartenburg 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 $28,211, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $360 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Wartenburg?

Wartenburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wartenburg?

Wartenburg 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 Wartenburg?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $360.

How are the schools in Wartenburg?

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

How healthy is Wartenburg?

The obesity rate in Wartenburg 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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