Rhein-Erft-Kreis
6.1
High score (8-10)
Rhein-Erft-Kreis is Cologne's western suburbs with S-Bahn access to the city, and some residents who can't afford Cologne proper but want the Cologne social scene live here. Bergheim and Brühl (with Phantasialand theme park) are the main towns.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Rhein-Erft-Kreis runs from Cologne's western edge through the lignite mining zone (Tagebau Hambach is here — one of Europe's largest open pit mines). The Cologne commuter layer provides some social diversity, but the district's own independent social scene is minimal. Works as a Cologne base.
Lower score (below 6)
Rhein-Erft-Kreis is Cologne's industrial and suburban western hinterland — lignite mining, chemical plants, and commuter residential areas. The Cologne proximity is the only social argument for the district. Independent social options are thin, the landscape around the Tagebau open-pit mines is industrial, and without the Cologne connection there's nothing here for an outsider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen?
$72k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen?
Women marry at 32
How common is a college degree in Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen?
32% men have degree
What's the average male height in Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen?
181 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen?
Local women avg 26.3