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Balástya, Hungary

Csongrád · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Balástya is a small town in Csongrád, Hungary with a population of 3,436. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,436 Population 81/sq mi density
279 ft Elevation 85 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Budapest Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
26% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population3,436
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,231
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.4%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+98.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population3,436
Population Density81 / sq mi
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Coordinates46.4228°, 20.0082°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceCsongrád
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Balástya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balástya receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Balástya offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Balástya experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Balástya has a population of 3,436 with a density of 81 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,436
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
42.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Balástya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balástya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balástya is N/A. Per capita income is $22,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Balástya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
26% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Balástya, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 29.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Balástya vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.4%
110% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Balástya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.0 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates46.4228°N, 20.0082°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.3 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in

Balástya has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 30°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.1").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+98.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area42.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Balástya

What is the population of Balástya?

Balástya has a population of 3,436 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Balástya expensive to live in?

Balástya is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Balástya?

Balástya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Balástya?

Balástya has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Balástya?

28.0% of adults in Balástya hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Balástya?

The obesity rate in Balástya is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.4% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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