Mettmann
City in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Overview
Mettmann is a picturesque town in North Rhine-Westphalia, best known for its historical old town and as the gateway to the famous Neandertal valley. The city offers tranquil green spaces, charming cafes, and a rich blend of culture and history.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
North Rhine-Westphalia
Population
39,197
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.25°, 6.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,028
Local Cost
$1,232
Local Income
$2,500
Cashless
78
English
70
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
18.0°C
Winter Avg
2.2°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
-16.8°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
842 mm
Internet Speed
54 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
10
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
2
Parks
4
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DUS
Distance
15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.