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Weiach, Switzerland

Zurich · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Weiach is a small town in Zurich, Switzerland with a population of 897. Elevation: 1,224 ft (373 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
897 Population
1,224 ft Elevation 373 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
52.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population897
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population897
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Coordinates47.5591°, 8.4334°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceZurich
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation52.5 inches (1,334 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.0 inches (48 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Weiach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weiach receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Weiach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Weiach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Weiach has a population of 897. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

897
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Weiach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Weiach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weiach is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Weiach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Weiach, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Weiach experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall19.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Coordinates47.5591°N, 8.4334°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 36°F (2°C)
3.4"
Feb 34°F (1°C)
3.4"
Mar 41°F (5°C)
2.7"
Apr 47°F (8°C)
3.0"
May 55°F (13°C)
3.4"
Jun 61°F (16°C)
4.3"
Jul 68°F (20°C)
3.9"
Aug 64°F (18°C)
3.6"
Sep 57°F (14°C)
2.8"
Oct 48°F (9°C)
3.4"
Nov 39°F (4°C)
3.7"
Dec 34°F (1°C)
3.8"

The warmest month is July at 68°F, while the coldest is December at 34°F — a seasonal swing of 34°F. June sees the most rain (4.3"), while March is the driest (2.7").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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