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Zwochau, Germany

Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Zwochau is a small town in Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,167. Elevation: 367 ft (112 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,167 Population 161/sq mi density
367 ft Elevation 112 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,238 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,238 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$368/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,238
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $368
68% 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

Population1,167
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,238
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$368
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation367 ft (112 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,167
Population Density161 / sq mi
Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates51.4647°, 12.2684°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceSaxony
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.0 inches (51 cm)
Median Household Income$28,238
Median Age45.7 years

Is Zwochau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zwochau receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Zwochau stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zwochau is $28,238, 62% 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 $368 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

Zwochau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Zwochau has a population of 1,167 with a density of 161 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles. 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

1,167
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Zwochau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zwochau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zwochau is $28,238, which is 62% 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: Zwochau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,238
62% 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 $368 (68% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$368
68% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

In Zwochau, 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: Zwochau 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

Zwochau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. The area receives 20.0 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 367 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.8 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates51.4647°N, 12.2684°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS14730340
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

Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Wiedemar 2,274 pop · 2.9 mi Zschortau 2,412 pop · 4.0 mi Döbernitz 2,896 pop · 4.7 mi Schkeuditz 18,487 pop · 5.1 mi Breitenfeld 9,043 pop · 5.3 mi Delitzsch 24,998 pop · 5.3 mi Rackwitz 3,118 pop · 5.4 mi Queis 1,518 pop · 5.8 mi Großkugel 2,272 pop · 6.2 mi Landsberg 4,563 pop · 6.3 mi Reußen 1,049 pop · 6.4 mi Brehna 3,014 pop · 6.9 mi Ermlitz 1,468 pop · 6.9 mi Gröbers 2,460 pop · 7.0 mi
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