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Freiburg im Breisgau migration data

Cost, housing, work, healthcare, safety and air-quality indicators for Freiburg im Breisgau, with official source links and observation dates.

Last updated 2026-06-05
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Overview

Freiburg im Breisgau at a glance.
FieldValue
CityFreiburg im Breisgau
CountryGermany
Last updated2026-06-05
City-level indicators16
Data exportfreiburg-im-breisgau.json
Basic city facts for Freiburg im Breisgau.
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Population 232,811 people Stadt Freiburg Bevoelkerung 2023-12-31 City
City area 153.07 km2 Stadt Freiburg Flaeche 2021-12-31 City
Federal state Baden-Württemberg Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis 2026-05-31 City
Primary postal code 79098 Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis 2026-05-31 City
Population density 1,552 people/km2 Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis 2026-05-31 City
Regional key 083110000000 Destatis Gemeindeverzeichnis 2026-05-31 City
Coordinates 47.9950, 7.8500 Wikidata 2026-05-31 City

Student and university life

Student-focused indicators for Freiburg im Breisgau
MetricValueSourceObserved
Universities Being collected — —
Student share of population Being collected — —
Language school present Being collected — —
1-bed rent in centre Being collected — —

Moving checklist

First checks before moving to Freiburg im Breisgau.
Step Why it matters
Housing Check current rent, deposit, documents and whether the address allows Anmeldung in Freiburg im Breisgau.
Address registration After signing a lease, confirm the local Bürgeramt or registration office process for Freiburg im Breisgau.
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

What to do and which official office to check in Freiburg im Breisgau.
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 Freiburg im Breisgau. Stadt Freiburg im Breisgau
Observed: 2026-05-31
Residence permit Foreigners authority / Auslaenderbehoerde Use the local immigration handoff for appointments, extensions and route-specific documents. Auslaenderbehoerde Freiburg
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 Freiburg im Breisgau
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. BA1 Kompetenz-Center fuer Zugewanderte
Observed: 2026-05-31
Transport Local or regional transport operator Check local transport links, regional connections and whether a Deutschlandticket covers your commute. RVF
Observed: 2026-05-31

Overview

Overview — 2 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Total land area 35,747.83 km2 Destatis — Bodenfläche (GENESIS 11111-0001) Official 2024-12-31 Land
Freiburg im Breisgau has Total land area at 35,747.83 km2, observed on 2024-12-31 from Destatis — Bodenfläche (GENESIS 11111-0001).
Population change 2040 vs 2023 (Vorausberechnung) 0.9 % Destatis — 15. koordinierte Bevölkerungsvorausberechnung (Variante G2-L2-W2, 2040 vs 2023) Official 2023-12-31 Land
Freiburg im Breisgau has Population change 2040 vs 2023 (Vorausberechnung) at 0.9 percent, observed on 2023-12-31 from Destatis — 15. koordinierte Bevölkerungsvorausberechnung (Variante G2-L2-W2, 2040 vs 2023).

Housing

Housing — 1 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Average net cold rent 14.72 EUR/m2/month wohnungsboerse Mietspiegel Freiburg im Breisgau Commercial 2026-05-01 City
Freiburg im Breisgau has Average net cold rent at 14.72 EUR/m2/month, observed on 2026-05-01 from wohnungsboerse Mietspiegel Freiburg im Breisgau.

Work & labour market

Work & labour market — 3 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Unemployment rate 4.2 % Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Arbeitslose und Arbeitslosenquoten (GENESIS 13211-0001) Official 2024-12-31 Land (DE-BW)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Unemployment rate at 4.2 percent, observed on 2024-12-31 from Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Arbeitslose und Arbeitslosenquoten (GENESIS 13211-0001).
Average monthly gross earnings 4,640 EUR/month VGRdL — Bruttolöhne und -gehälter je Arbeitnehmer, Reihe 2 Band 2 (Statistikportal) Official 2023-12-31 Land (VGRdL 2023)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Average monthly gross earnings at 4,640 EUR/month, observed on 2023-12-31 from VGRdL — Bruttolöhne und -gehälter je Arbeitnehmer, Reihe 2 Band 2 (Statistikportal).
Job vacancies per 1 000 Erwerbspersonen (BA Statistik) 27 per 1000 Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Gemeldete Arbeitsstellen (GENESIS 13211-0002) Official 2024-12-31 Land (BA, GENESIS 13211-0001)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Job vacancies per 1 000 Erwerbspersonen (BA Statistik) at 27 per 1000, observed on 2024-12-31 from Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Gemeldete Arbeitsstellen (GENESIS 13211-0002).

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.

Income & taxes

Income & taxes — 1 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Purchasing power index (DE=100, VGRdL) 114 index VGRdL — Kaufkraft je Einwohner (verfügbares Einkommen + öffentliche Transferleistungen) Official 2023-12-31 Land (VGRdL 2023)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Purchasing power index (DE=100, VGRdL) at 114 index, observed on 2023-12-31 from VGRdL — Kaufkraft je Einwohner (verfügbares Einkommen + öffentliche Transferleistungen).

Safety

Safety — 1 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Häufigkeitszahl — Straftaten insgesamt je 100 000 (BKA PKS) 4,800 HZ (incidents/100k) BKA — Polizeiliche Kriminalstatistik (PKS) Tabellenband 2024, Tabelle 01 (Land) Official 2024-12-31 Land (BKA PKS 2024, HZ)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Häufigkeitszahl — Straftaten insgesamt je 100 000 (BKA PKS) at 4,800 HZ (incidents/100k), observed on 2024-12-31 from BKA — Polizeiliche Kriminalstatistik (PKS) Tabellenband 2024, Tabelle 01 (Land).

Environment & climate

Environment & climate — 3 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Average Annual Temperature 10.4 degC DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst Official 2024-01-01 Country estimate
Freiburg im Breisgau has Average Annual Temperature at 10.4 degC, observed on 2024-01-01 from DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst.
Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (DWD CDC 1991-2020) 8.9 degC DWD Climate Data Center — Klimanormal 1991-2020, Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (1×1 km Raster) Official 2020-12-31 Land (DWD Climate Normal 1991-2020, 1×1 km Raster)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (DWD CDC 1991-2020) at 8.9 degC, observed on 2020-12-31 from DWD Climate Data Center — Klimanormal 1991-2020, Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (1×1 km Raster).
Average Annual Sunshine Hours 1,650 hours/year DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst Official 2024-01-01 Country estimate
Freiburg im Breisgau has Average Annual Sunshine Hours at 1,650 hours/year, observed on 2024-01-01 from DWD Deutscher Wetterdienst.

Connectivity

Connectivity — 1 metric(s).
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
Freiburg im Breisgau has Average Fixed Broadband Download Speed at 96.4 Mbit/s, observed on 2024-01-01 from Ookla Speedtest Global Index.

Mobility

Mobility — 1 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Passenger car density 410 cars/1000 residents Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt — FZ 3 vehicle stock by municipality details.sourceType.official_statistics 2026-01-01 City (Gemeinde) derived
Freiburg im Breisgau has Passenger car density at 410 cars/1000 residents, observed on 2026-01-01 from Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt — FZ 3 vehicle stock by municipality.

Healthcare

Healthcare — 1 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Berufstätige physicians per 100 000 (Zi / BÄK) 480 per 100k Zi Versorgungsatlas / BÄK Ärztestatistik — Berufstätige Ärztinnen und Ärzte je 100 000 Einwohner Official 2024-12-31 Land (Zi Versorgungsatlas 2024)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Berufstätige physicians per 100 000 (Zi / BÄK) at 480 per 100k, observed on 2024-12-31 from Zi Versorgungsatlas / BÄK Ärztestatistik — Berufstätige Ärztinnen und Ärzte je 100 000 Einwohner.

Demographics

Demographics — 2 metric(s).
Metric Value Source Observed Data level
Median age (Zensus 2022, Durchschnittsalter) 43.4 years Destatis Zensus 2022 — Demographie (Durchschnittsalter, Migrationshintergrund) Official 2022-05-15 Land (Zensus 2022)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Median age (Zensus 2022, Durchschnittsalter) at 43.4 years, observed on 2022-05-15 from Destatis Zensus 2022 — Demographie (Durchschnittsalter, Migrationshintergrund).
Migrationshintergrund Anteil (Zensus 2022) 32.2 % Destatis Zensus 2022 — Demographie (Durchschnittsalter, Migrationshintergrund) Official 2022-05-15 Land (Zensus 2022)
Freiburg im Breisgau has Migrationshintergrund Anteil (Zensus 2022) at 32.2 percent, observed on 2022-05-15 from Destatis Zensus 2022 — Demographie (Durchschnittsalter, Migrationshintergrund).

Nearby cities

Closest listed cities near Freiburg im Breisgau.
City Distance, km Population Rent reference
Emmendingen 14 29,502 13.16 EUR/m2/month
Bad Krozingen 14 21,755 14.14 EUR/m2/month
Waldkirch 14 21,510 13.33 EUR/m2/month
Staufen im Breisgau 15 8,459 —
Endingen am Kaiserstuhl 19 10,381 12.31 EUR/m2/month

Rent context

Rent ranking context for Freiburg im Breisgau.
Local rent reference 14.72 EUR/m2/month
Rank, low to high 1056 / 1128
Median in ranked cities 10.3 EUR/m2/month
Ranking page Open rent ranking
Derived rent scenarios for Freiburg im Breisgau.
Flat size Derived net cold rent Basis
50 m2 736 EUR/month Derived from stored rent reference 14.72 EUR/m2/month; not an asking price or contract rent.
70 m2 1,030 EUR/month Derived from stored rent reference 14.72 EUR/m2/month; not an asking price or contract rent.

Move-fit summary

Practical fit checks for common mover profiles in Freiburg im Breisgau.
Profile Fit signal Check before moving
Remote worker Check first Rent reference is above the current Germany city median in this dataset; compare nearby cities and current listings before choosing.
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

National rules and reference values used by migrants in Freiburg im Breisgau.
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

Official municipal and transport links for Freiburg im Breisgau.
Field Source Last updated
City portal Stadt Freiburg im Breisgau 2026-05-31
Statistics portal FR.ITZ Freiburg statistics 2026-05-31
Immigration office Auslaenderbehoerde Freiburg 2026-05-31
Newcomer service BA1 Kompetenz-Center fuer Zugewanderte 2026-05-31
Public transport RVF 2026-05-31
Transport tickets VAG Freiburg tickets 2026-05-31

FAQ

What is Average Annual Sunshine Hours in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau 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 net cold rent in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Average net cold rent at 14.72 EUR/m2/month, observed on 2026-05-01 from wohnungsboerse Mietspiegel Freiburg im Breisgau. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.

What is Average monthly gross earnings in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Average monthly gross earnings at 4,640 EUR/month, observed on 2023-12-31 from VGRdL — Bruttolöhne und -gehälter je Arbeitnehmer, Reihe 2 Band 2 (Statistikportal). Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.

What is Berufstätige physicians per 100 000 (Zi / BÄK) in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Berufstätige physicians per 100 000 (Zi / BÄK) at 480 per 100k, observed on 2024-12-31 from Zi Versorgungsatlas / BÄK Ärztestatistik — Berufstätige Ärztinnen und Ärzte je 100 000 Einwohner. Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.

What is Häufigkeitszahl — Straftaten insgesamt je 100 000 (BKA PKS) in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Häufigkeitszahl — Straftaten insgesamt je 100 000 (BKA PKS) at 4,800 HZ (incidents/100k), observed on 2024-12-31 from BKA — Polizeiliche Kriminalstatistik (PKS) Tabellenband 2024, Tabelle 01 (Land). Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.

What is Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (DWD CDC 1991-2020) in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (DWD CDC 1991-2020) at 8.9 degC, observed on 2020-12-31 from DWD Climate Data Center — Klimanormal 1991-2020, Jahresmittel Lufttemperatur 2m (1×1 km Raster). Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.

What is Job vacancies per 1 000 Erwerbspersonen (BA Statistik) in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Job vacancies per 1 000 Erwerbspersonen (BA Statistik) at 27 per 1000, observed on 2024-12-31 from Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Gemeldete Arbeitsstellen (GENESIS 13211-0002). Confirm important decisions against the linked official source before acting.

What is Passenger car density in Freiburg im Breisgau?

Freiburg im Breisgau has Passenger car density at 410 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.

Official sources

  1. FR.ITZ Freiburg Statistik
  2. BAMF — Federal Office for Migration and Refugees
  3. Destatis — Federal Statistical Office
  4. Destatis — Gemeindeverzeichnis (GV-ISys)
  5. Bundesagentur für Arbeit
  6. Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Entgeltatlas
  7. Destatis — Zensus 2022 religion by municipality
  8. Umweltbundesamt (UBA)
  9. Federal Foreign Office
  10. Make it in Germany
  11. Federal Ministry of Health (BMG)
  12. Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS)
  13. Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI)
  14. Federal Government — Deutschlandticket
  15. Familienportal des Bundes
  16. Deutsche Rentenversicherung
  17. Eurostat (European Commission)