Dessau-Rosslau migration data
Cost, housing, work, healthcare, safety and air-quality indicators for Dessau-Rosslau, with official source links and observation dates.
Last updated 2026-06-05
Overview
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| City | Dessau-Rosslau |
| Country | Germany |
| Last updated | 2026-06-05 |
| City-level indicators | 6 |
| Data export | dessau-rosslau.json |
| Metric | Value | Source | Observed | Data level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 75,402 people | Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis | 2024-12-31 | City |
| City area | 245.78 km2 | Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis | 2024-12-31 | City |
| Federal state | Sachsen-Anhalt | Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis | 2026-05-31 | City |
| Primary postal code | 06844 | Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis | 2026-05-31 | City |
| Population density | 307 people/km2 | Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis | 2026-05-31 | City |
| Regional key | 150010000000 | Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis | 2026-05-31 | City |
| Coordinates | 51.8333, 12.2333 | Wikidata | 2026-05-31 | City |
Moving checklist
| Step | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Housing | Check current rent, deposit, documents and whether the address allows Anmeldung in Dessau-Rosslau. |
| Address registration | After signing a lease, confirm the local Bürgeramt or registration office process for Dessau-Rosslau. |
| Health insurance | Make sure public or private health insurance is active before employment, study or residence steps. |
| Bank and tax ID | Plan for a bank account and tax ID after registration; employers often need both. |
| Residence permit | Use the local immigration handoff for appointments, extensions and route-specific documents. |
| Work search | Compare local job listings with Germany-wide salary references and language requirements. |
| Family services | For children, check Kita, school and child-benefit steps early because timing is local. |
| Transport | Check local transport links, regional connections and whether a Deutschlandticket covers your commute. |
Local admin handoff
| Task | Where to go | Why it matters | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Address registration | City registration office / Buergeramt | After signing a lease, confirm the local Bürgeramt or registration office process for Dessau-Rosslau. |
Stadt Dessau-Rosslau
Observed: 2026-05-31 |
| Residence permit | Foreigners authority / Auslaenderbehoerde | Use the local immigration handoff for appointments, extensions and route-specific documents. |
Dessau-Rosslau foreigners office
Observed: 2026-05-31 |
| Work search | Jobcenter or Federal Employment Agency | Compare local job listings with Germany-wide salary references and language requirements. |
Bundesagentur fuer Arbeit Dienststellensuche
Observed: 2026-06-04 |
| Family services | City family, school or Kita service | For children, check Kita, school and child-benefit steps early because timing is local. |
Stadt Dessau-Rosslau
Observed: 2026-05-31 |
| Health insurance | Doctor search service | Make sure public or private health insurance is active before employment, study or residence steps. |
116117 Arzt- und Psychotherapeutensuche
Observed: 2026-06-04 |
| Residence permit | BAMF integration-course search or local integration office | Use the local immigration handoff for appointments, extensions and route-specific documents. |
Dessau-Rosslau welcome compass
Observed: 2026-05-31 |
| Transport | Local or regional transport operator | Check local transport links, regional connections and whether a Deutschlandticket covers your commute. |
INSA
Observed: 2026-05-31 |
Work & labour market
| Metric | Value | Trend | Source | Observed | Data level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.71 % | Up (+9.1%) | World Bank Data Official | 2025-01-01 | Country estimate |
| Dessau-Rosslau has Unemployment rate at 3.71 percent, observed on 2025-01-01 from World Bank Data. | |||||
| Average monthly gross earnings | 4,851 EUR/month | — | Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis) Official | 2025-01-01 | Land (VGRdL 2023) |
| Dessau-Rosslau has Average monthly gross earnings at 4,851 EUR/month, observed on 2025-01-01 from Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis). | |||||
For labour-market indicators, lower unemployment is usually easier to interpret as a stronger local job market; occupation-specific salary rows should be compared within the same occupation.
Environment & climate
| Metric | Value | Source | Observed | Data level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Annual Temperature | 10.4 degC | DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst Official | 2024-01-01 | Country estimate |
| Dessau-Rosslau has Average Annual Temperature at 10.4 degC, observed on 2024-01-01 from DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst. | ||||
| Average Annual Sunshine Hours | 1,650 hours/year | DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst Official | 2024-01-01 | Country estimate |
| Dessau-Rosslau has Average Annual Sunshine Hours at 1,650 hours/year, observed on 2024-01-01 from DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst. | ||||
Connectivity
| Metric | Value | Source | Observed | Data level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Fixed Broadband Download Speed | 96.4 Mbit/s | Ookla Speedtest Global Index details.sourceType.aggregator | 2024-01-01 | Country estimate |
| Dessau-Rosslau has Average Fixed Broadband Download Speed at 96.4 Mbit/s, observed on 2024-01-01 from Ookla Speedtest Global Index. | ||||
Mobility
| Metric | Value | Source | Observed | Data level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger car density | 548 cars/1000 residents | Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt — FZ 3 vehicle stock by municipality details.sourceType.official_statistics | 2026-01-01 | City (Gemeinde) derived |
| Dessau-Rosslau has Passenger car density at 548 cars/1000 residents, observed on 2026-01-01 from Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt — FZ 3 vehicle stock by municipality. | ||||
Apartment search links
| Portal | Use | Suggested search |
|---|---|---|
| Immowelt Commercial | Apartment and house rental listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| ImmobilienScout24 Commercial | Apartment and house rental listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| WG-Gesucht Commercial | Shared flats and temporary rooms. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| Kleinanzeigen Commercial | Local classified rental listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| Wohnungsboerse Commercial | Apartment and house rental listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
Job search links
| Portal | Use | Suggested search |
|---|---|---|
| Bundesagentur fuer Arbeit Official | Official labour-market search. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| Make it in Germany job listings Official | Official skilled-worker job handoff. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| EURES Official | EU job-search handoff. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| StepStone Commercial | Commercial job listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| Indeed Germany Commercial | Commercial job listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| meinestadt.de jobs Commercial | Local job listings and employers. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| IHK Official | Chamber of commerce handoff for training, companies and local business contacts. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| Handwerkskammer Official | Skilled trades chamber handoff for crafts, apprenticeships and local employers. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| LinkedIn Jobs Commercial | Commercial job listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
| XING Jobs Commercial | Commercial job listings. | Dessau-Rosslau |
Nearby cities
| City | Distance, km | Population | Rent reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oranienbaum-Wörlitz | 12 | 7,998 | — |
| Aken (Elbe) | 13 | 7,153 | — |
| Raguhn-Jeßnitz | 13 | 8,702 | — |
| Coswig (Anhalt) | 15 | 11,129 | 6.94 EUR/m2/month |
| Zerbst/Anhalt | 18 | 21,124 | — |
Move-fit summary
| Profile | Fit signal | Check before moving |
|---|---|---|
| Remote worker | Good starting point | Rent reference is at or below the current Germany city median in this dataset; still check internet speed, contract terms and Anmeldung. |
| Family | Check first | Check Kita, school catchment, child benefits and local registration timing before signing a lease. |
| Student | Check first | Check whether study location, semester ticket, shared-flat supply and commute work together. |
| Regulated profession | Check first | Check recognition, chamber or authority requirements before relying on local job listings. |
| Car-free living | Check first | Check local transport, regional rail and whether the Deutschlandticket covers your likely commute. |
Country context Germany-wide
| Metric | Value | Source | Last updated | Data level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU Blue Card salary threshold | 50,700 EUR/year | Make it in Germany | 2026-01-01 | Germany-wide |
| Statutory minimum wage | 13.9 EUR/hour | BMAS — statutory minimum wage from January 2026 | 2026-01-01 | Germany-wide |
| Average monthly gross earnings | 4,851 EUR/month | Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis) | 2025-01-01 | Germany-wide |
| Public transport monthly pass | 63 EUR/month | Federal Government — Deutschlandticket price 2026 | 2026-01-01 | Germany-wide |
| Statutory health insurance general contribution | 14.6 % | Federal Ministry of Health — statutory health insurance contributions 2026 | 2026-02-17 | Germany-wide |
| Child benefit | 259 EUR/month | Federal Family Portal — child benefit (Kindergeld) | 2026-01-01 | Germany-wide |
Official city handoff
| Field | Source | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| City portal | Stadt Dessau-Rosslau | 2026-05-31 |
| Statistics portal | Saxony-Anhalt population statistics | 2026-05-31 |
| Immigration office | Dessau-Rosslau foreigners office | 2026-05-31 |
| Newcomer service | Dessau-Rosslau welcome compass | 2026-05-31 |
| Public transport | INSA | 2026-05-31 |
| Transport tickets | INSA ticket purchase | 2026-05-31 |
FAQ
What is Average Annual Sunshine Hours in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Average Annual Sunshine Hours at 1,650 hours/year, observed on 2024-01-01 from DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Average Annual Temperature in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Average Annual Temperature at 10.4 degC, observed on 2024-01-01 from DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Average Fixed Broadband Download Speed in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Average Fixed Broadband Download Speed at 96.4 Mbit/s, observed on 2024-01-01 from Ookla Speedtest Global Index. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Average monthly gross earnings in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Average monthly gross earnings at 4,851 EUR/month, observed on 2025-01-01 from Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis). Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Passenger car density in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Passenger car density at 548 cars/1000 residents, observed on 2026-01-01 from Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt — FZ 3 vehicle stock by municipality. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Unemployment rate in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Unemployment rate at 3.71 percent, observed on 2025-01-01 from World Bank Data. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Child benefit in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Child benefit at 259 EUR/month, observed on 2026-01-01 from Federal Family Portal — child benefit (Kindergeld). Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is EU Blue Card salary threshold in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has EU Blue Card salary threshold at 50,700 EUR/year, observed on 2026-01-01 from Make it in Germany. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Employee Social Contribution Rate in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Employee Social Contribution Rate at 21.2 percent, observed on 2026-01-01 from BMG and Deutsche Rentenversicherung social security rates 2026. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
What is Foreign residents in Dessau-Rosslau?
Dessau-Rosslau has Foreign residents at 14,070,225 people, observed on 2025-12-31 from Destatis — foreign population by Land and years. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.
Official sources
- Saxony-Anhalt population statistics
- BAMF — Federal Office for Migration and Refugees
- Destatis — Federal Statistical Office
- Destatis — Gemeindeverzeichnis (GV-ISys)
- Bundesagentur für Arbeit
- Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Entgeltatlas
- Destatis — Zensus 2022 religion by municipality
- Umweltbundesamt (UBA)
- Federal Foreign Office
- Make it in Germany
- Federal Ministry of Health (BMG)
- Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS)
- Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI)
- Federal Government — Deutschlandticket
- Familienportal des Bundes
- Deutsche Rentenversicherung
- Eurostat (European Commission)