Population development and taxation
The 582 inhabitants reside in Rütschelen. This corresponds to a change of 2.28% over three years.
The amount of tax is contingent on a variety of factors. On the one hand, the income of the population plays a role, as higher incomes generally mean more taxes. On the other hand, the rates of the different types of tax (federal, cantonal, communal and personal tax) also have an impact on the level of taxation. Additional factors can include the tax policy and fiscal circumstances of the respective canton or municipality. The jobs and services that need to be financed by tax revenue can additionally impact the tax burden. The current tax charge is 14.7%. On average, unmarried, childless people in Rütschelen pay 19.48% in tax, married couples on a pension 18.61%, couples with two children 10.14% and married couples with no children 14.19%. The region's taxation rate is 160%. The unemployment rate is 1.03% and the average annual income of the inhabitants is CHF 64'045.
Housing stock
The housing stock in Rütschelen consists of a total of 273 flats. Overall, there are 9 flats with 1 room, 15 2-room flats, 38 3-room flats and 79 flats with 4 rooms. There are also 88 5-room flats and 44 flats with 6 rooms or more.
New properties
During the last five years, 12 new flats have been constructed in Rütschelen. For instance, 3 new flats with three rooms and 7 flats with 4 rooms were built. A total of 2 additional flats with 5 rooms are now also available.
Rented flats
The average asking price for rental properties is CHF 1090 per month. 25% of all rents on offer are lower than or equivalent to a monthly rent of CHF 960 (25th percentile). Three quarters of average monthly rental costs are CHF 1501 or below (75th percentile).