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Zuidwijk, The Netherlands

South Holland · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Zuidwijk is a small city in South Holland, The Netherlands with a population of 12,490. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
12,490 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
47.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam 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 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population12,490
Median Age42.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population12,490
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates51.8753°, 4.4851°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceSouth Holland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,197 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Zuidwijk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zuidwijk receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Zuidwijk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% 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

Zuidwijk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Zuidwijk has a population of 12,490. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,490
Total Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Zuidwijk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zuidwijk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zuidwijk is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zuidwijk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zuidwijk, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Zuidwijk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates51.8753°N, 4.4851°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
September 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in

Zuidwijk has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (1.9").

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. 97.0% 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 Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zuidwijk

What is the population of Zuidwijk?

Zuidwijk has a population of 12,490 residents and is located in The Netherlands.. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Zuidwijk expensive to live in?

Zuidwijk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zuidwijk?

Zuidwijk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Zuidwijk?

Zuidwijk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Zuidwijk?

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

How healthy is Zuidwijk?

The obesity rate in Zuidwijk is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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