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Essen

5

/10

Cost of living

10

/10

Quality of life

Located in the heart of the Ruhr industrial area, this city is known for its rich history as a coal mining and steel manufacturing hub. It boasts the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a vibrant cultural scene.

Population

582,000

Average salary

$2,875

Avg. internet speed

94.3

mbps

Language distribution

German88%
Turkish4%
Polish3%
Russian2%
English2%

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Average sunlight

Low

1600

hours per year

Average rainfall

Moderate

800

mm per year

Air quality

High

35

AQI

Average temperature

in July

20 °C

estimation

Quality of life

Very high

10

Cost of living

Moderate

5

Purchasing power

High

8

Healthcare rate

Very high

9

Crime rate

Moderate

5

Pollution rate

Low

3

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