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Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Srpska · 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Banja Luka is a large city in Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 221,106. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
221,106 Population 462/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sarajevo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
207% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population221,106
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density462/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,663
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking35.4%
Depression9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI184 (Unhealthy)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.4%
Population221,106
Population Density462 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates44.7788°, 17.2063°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceSrpska
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation38.7 inches (984 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Banja Luka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Banja Luka receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Banja Luka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Banja Luka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184.

Banja Luka has a population of 221,106 with a density of 462 people per square mile, spread across 478.3 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 23.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

221,106
Total Population
462
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
478.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Banja Luka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Banja Luka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Banja Luka is N/A. Per capita income is $8,663 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Banja Luka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
207% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Banja Luka, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.2% have high blood pressure. 35.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 9.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Banja Luka vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure44.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking35.4%
153% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Banja Luka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.7 inches. The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 7% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median184.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %7.4%

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area478.3 sq mi (1,238.9 km²)
Population Density462/sq mi
Coordinates44.7788°N, 17.2063°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in

Banja Luka has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 32°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density462/sq mi
Total Area478.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Banja Luka

What is the population of Banja Luka?

Banja Luka has a population of 221,106 residents and is located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The population density is 462 people per square mile, spread across 478.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Banja Luka expensive to live in?

Banja Luka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Banja Luka?

Banja Luka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184.

How is the job market in Banja Luka?

The job market in Banja Luka faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Banja Luka?

15.0% of adults in Banja Luka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Banja Luka?

The obesity rate in Banja Luka is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 35.4% of adults are smokers. 9.5% of residents report depression.

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