Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 15.4%

52% lower than US avg

Unemployment 5.6%

55% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population16,857

Median Age43.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$56,580

Unemployment5.6%

Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity15.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking19.8%

Depression10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI23 (Good)

Rain50.3 in/yr

Sunny Days235/yr

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband95.3%

Population	16,857
Elevation	1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates	48.1667°, 14.0333°
Timezone	Europe/Vienna
Country	🇦🇹 Austria
State / Province	Upper Austria
Average Temperature	51°F (11°C)
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	50.3 inches (1,278 mm)
Annual Snowfall	46.6 inches (118 cm)
Median Age	43.5 years

Is Wels a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wels receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wels offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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

Wels experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Wels has a population of 16,857. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,857

Total Population

43.5yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wels vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Wels vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wels is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wels vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.6%
	55% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wels, 15.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% are current smokers. 10.2% report depression. 77.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	15.4%
	52% below US avg
Diabetes	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.8%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.9%
Physical Inactivity	77.8%
Depression	10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.0%

Food & Exercise

Wels has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. The area enjoys 235 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.3 inches
	32% above US avg
Snowfall	46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	23.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.4%

Geography

Elevation	1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates	48.1667°N, 14.0333°W
Timezone	Europe/Vienna

35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Wels a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Wels vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Wels vs U.S. Average

Income: Wels vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

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Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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