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Welver, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Welver is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 12,993. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
12,993 Population
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$31,424 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,424 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$395/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,424
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $395
66% 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

Population12,993
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,424
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$395
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population12,993
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates51.6167°, 7.9667°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.3 inches (820 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$31,424
Median Age45.7 years

Is Welver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Welver receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Welver stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Welver is $31,424, 58% 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 $395 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

Welver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Welver has a population of 12,993. 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

12,993
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Welver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Welver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Welver is $31,424, which is 58% 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: Welver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,424
58% 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 $395 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$395
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

In Welver, 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: Welver 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

Welver experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.3 inches. The area receives 2.8 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 249 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates51.6167°N, 7.9667°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05974048
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

Nearby Cities

Werl 32,149 pop · 4.8 mi Soest 48,037 pop · 6.6 mi Hamm 178,967 pop · 7.6 mi Bönen 19,393 pop · 8.7 mi Bad Sassendorf 11,659 pop · 8.9 mi Beckum 37,814 pop · 10.1 mi Ahlen 55,280 pop · 10.7 mi Möhnesee 11,559 pop · 10.8 mi Neheim 23,000 pop · 11.5 mi Fröndenberg 20,566 pop · 12.9 mi Unna 66,734 pop · 13.1 mi Kamen 45,927 pop · 13.1 mi Bergkamen 52,329 pop · 13.8 mi Menden 52,452 pop · 14.5 mi
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