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Xanten, Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia · 🇩🇪 Germany

Xanten is a small city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany with a population of 21,587. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
21,587 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$29,879 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$29,879 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$508/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,879
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $508
56% 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

Population21,587
Median Age45.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,879
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$508
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population21,587
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates51.6588°, 6.4530°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceNorth Rhine-Westphalia
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.0 inches (737 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,879
Median Age45.7 years

Is Xanten a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Xanten 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. Xanten stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Xanten is $29,879, 60% 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 $508 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

Xanten experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Xanten has a population of 21,587. 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

21,587
Total Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Xanten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Xanten vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Xanten is $29,879, which is 60% 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: Xanten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,879
60% 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 $508 (56% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$508
56% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%

Property Tax

In Xanten, 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: Xanten 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

Xanten experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 79 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates51.6588°N, 6.4530°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS05170052

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 56°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Xanten has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 37°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and April the driest (1.7").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Xanten

What is the population of Xanten?

Xanten has a population of 21,587 residents and is located in Germany.. The median age of residents is 45.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Xanten expensive to live in?

Xanten is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 75.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $29,879, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $508 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Xanten?

Xanten has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Xanten?

Xanten has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Xanten?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $508.

How are the schools in Xanten?

35.4% of adults in Xanten hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Xanten?

The obesity rate in Xanten is 20.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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