Demographic development and taxation
Gurzelen recorded a population change of -1.79% over the last 3 years. The current number of residents is 876.
The level of tax levied hinges on a variety of factors. The population's income level is relevant here, as are the rates of the different types of tax (federal, cantonal, local and personal tax). The tax rate in the region is currently 15.35%. In Gurzelen, single people without children pay an average of 20.3%, couples on a pension 19.39%, married couple with two children 10.6% and couples with no children 14.83%. Additionally, the rate of taxation totals 183%. On average, the Swiss earn CHF 62'435 per year and jobless figures are at 0.57%.
Existing flats
The existing housing in Gurzelen comprises a total of 403 flats. These are divided into 14 1-room flats, 40 2-room flats, 86 flats with 3 rooms and 104 flats with 4 rooms. In addition to that are 95 5-room flats and 64 flats with 6 rooms or more.
New builds
In Gurzelen, 1 new properties have been added in the previous five years. 0 of the flats have 2 rooms. In addition, 0 flats with four rooms have been built. 1 flat with at least six rooms was also constructed.
Rented flats
The average monthly rent in the area is CHF 1530. Twenty-five per cent of the rents on offer correspond to or are lower than a monthly rent of CHF 1276 (25th percentile). Monthly rents are below CHF 1687 or equal to this value (75th percentile).