Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 20.6%

36% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

2% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

People

Population9,232

Median Age45.2 yrs

Density161/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$15,853

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity20.6%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking38.1%

Depression6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI98 (Moderate)

Rain24.1 in/yr

Sunny Days292/yr

Elevation3,005 ft (916 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband80.4%

Population	9,232
Population Density	161 / sq mi
Elevation	3,005 ft (916 m)
Coordinates	41.8361°, 23.4875°
Timezone	Europe/Sofia
Country	🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / Province	Blagoevgrad
Average Temperature	45°F (7°C)
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	24.1 inches (613 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	45.2 years

Is Bansko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bansko receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bansko has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bansko has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Bansko has a population of 9,232 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,232

Total Population

161

People / sq mi

45.2yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

57.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bansko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Bansko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bansko is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bansko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	2% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bansko, 20.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 38.1% are current smokers. 6.3% report depression. 73.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.6%
	36% below US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
High Blood Pressure	45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	38.1%
	172% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.5%
Physical Inactivity	73.3%
Depression	6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.0%

Food & Exercise

Bansko has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.1 inches
	37% below US avg
Snowfall	7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	98.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	51.4%

Geography

Elevation	3,005 ft (916 m)
Area	57.3 sq mi (148.3 km²)
Population Density	161/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8361°N, 23.4875°W
Timezone	Europe/Sofia

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	95.0%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	161/sq mi
Total Area	57.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Bansko, Bulgaria

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bansko a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bansko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bansko vs U.S. Average

Income: Bansko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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