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Wust, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt · 🇩🇪 Germany

Wust is a small town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 868. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
868 Population
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$26,950 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,950 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$301/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,950
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $301
74% 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

Population868
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,950
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$301
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population868
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates52.5515°, 12.1142°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony-Anhalt
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (554 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$26,950
Median Age45.7 years

Is Wust a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wust receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Wust stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wust is $26,950, 64% 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 $301 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

Wust experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wust has a population of 868. 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

868
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wust vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wust vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wust is $26,950, which is 64% 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: Wust vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,950
64% 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 $301 (74% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$301
74% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

In Wust, 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: Wust 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

Wust experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 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 105 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates52.5515°N, 12.1142°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS15090631

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 34°F (1°C)
1.6"
Feb 36°F (2°C)
1.4"
Mar 40°F (5°C)
1.5"
Apr 49°F (9°C)
1.1"
May 57°F (14°C)
2.1"
Jun 62°F (17°C)
2.3"
Jul 67°F (19°C)
2.5"
Aug 65°F (18°C)
2.4"
Sep 58°F (14°C)
2.1"
Oct 50°F (10°C)
1.5"
Nov 41°F (5°C)
1.5"
Dec 34°F (1°C)
1.7"

The warmest month is July at 67°F, while the coldest is January at 34°F — a seasonal swing of 33°F. July sees the most rain (2.5"), while April is the driest (1.1").

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

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