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Windischgarsten, Austria

Upper Austria · 🇦🇹 Austria

Windischgarsten is a small town in Upper Austria, Austria with a population of 2,392. Elevation: 1,975 ft (602 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,392 Population
1,975 ft Elevation 602 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vienna Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population2,392
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI23 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.3%
Population2,392
Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)
Coordinates47.7222°, 14.3276°
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Country🇦🇹 Austria
State / ProvinceUpper Austria
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,126 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.3 inches (36 cm)
Median Age43.5 years

Is Windischgarsten a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windischgarsten 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. Windischgarsten 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

Windischgarsten has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 14.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.

Windischgarsten has a population of 2,392. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,392
Total Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Windischgarsten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Windischgarsten vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windischgarsten is N/A. Per capita income is $56,580 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Windischgarsten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
55% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Windischgarsten, 15.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 77.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 10.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.4%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity77.8%
Depression10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Windischgarsten has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 14.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,975 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall14.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median23.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.4%

Geography

Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)
Coordinates47.7222°N, 14.3276°W
TimezoneEurope/Vienna

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 35°F (1°C) 3.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 6.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

Windischgarsten has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 26°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (2.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.3% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Access95.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Windischgarsten

What is the population of Windischgarsten?

Windischgarsten has a population of 2,392 residents and is located in Austria.. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Windischgarsten expensive to live in?

Windischgarsten is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Windischgarsten?

Windischgarsten has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 14.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.

How is the job market in Windischgarsten?

The unemployment rate in Windischgarsten is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Windischgarsten?

35.0% of adults in Windischgarsten hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Windischgarsten?

The obesity rate in Windischgarsten is 15.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 77.8% are physically inactive. 10.2% of residents report depression.

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