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Wolfratshausen, Germany

Bavaria · 🇩🇪 Germany

Wolfratshausen is a small city in Bavaria, Germany with a population of 17,191. Elevation: 1,896 ft (578 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
17,191 Population
1,896 ft Elevation 578 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
51.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$35,722 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$35,722 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$758/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,722
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $758
35% 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

Population17,191
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,722
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population17,191
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates47.9129°, 11.4217°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceBavaria
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation51.1 inches (1,298 mm)
Annual Snowfall39.4 inches (100 cm)
Median Household Income$35,722
Median Age45.7 years

Is Wolfratshausen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolfratshausen receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 below-average incomes. Wolfratshausen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolfratshausen is $35,722, 52% 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 $758 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

Wolfratshausen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 39.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wolfratshausen has a population of 17,191. 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

17,191
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolfratshausen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wolfratshausen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolfratshausen is $35,722, which is 52% 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: Wolfratshausen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,722
52% 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 $758 (35% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$758
35% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.0%

Property Tax

In Wolfratshausen, 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: Wolfratshausen 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

Wolfratshausen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 39.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 1,896 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall39.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates47.9129°N, 11.4217°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS09173147
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

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