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Begunje pri Cerknici, Slovenia

Municipality of Cerknica · 🇸🇮 Slovenia

Begunje pri Cerknici is a small town in Municipality of Cerknica, Slovenia with a population of 658. Elevation: 2,011 ft (613 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
658 Population
2,011 ft Elevation 613 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
59.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Ljubljana Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.4%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
12% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population658
Median Age44.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,660
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity19.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression21.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation2,011 ft (613 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.4%
Population658
Elevation2,011 ft (613 m)
Coordinates45.8181°, 14.3822°
TimezoneEurope/Ljubljana
Country🇸🇮 Slovenia
State / ProvinceMunicipality of Cerknica
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation59.7 inches (1,517 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.3 inches (82 cm)
Median Age44.1 years

Is Begunje pri Cerknici a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Begunje pri Cerknici receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Begunje pri Cerknici offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Begunje pri Cerknici experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches, including 32.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Begunje pri Cerknici has a population of 658. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

658
Total Population
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Begunje pri Cerknici vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Begunje pri Cerknici vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Begunje pri Cerknici is N/A. Per capita income is $32,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Begunje pri Cerknici vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
12% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Begunje pri Cerknici, 19.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.3% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 80.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.4% report depression.

Health Metrics: Begunje pri Cerknici vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.4%
39% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure45.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity80.0%
Depression21.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Begunje pri Cerknici experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,011 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall32.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.7%

Geography

Elevation2,011 ft (613 m)
Coordinates45.8181°N, 14.3822°W
TimezoneEurope/Ljubljana

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.8 in
February 31°F (-0°C) 3.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 4.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 6.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 5.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 6.9 in Wettest
December 32°F (-0°C) 5.5 in

Begunje pri Cerknici has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 31°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (3.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Begunje pri Cerknici

What is the population of Begunje pri Cerknici?

Begunje pri Cerknici has a population of 658 residents and is located in Slovenia.. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.3% male.

Is Begunje pri Cerknici expensive to live in?

Begunje pri Cerknici is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Begunje pri Cerknici?

Begunje pri Cerknici has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches, with 32.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Begunje pri Cerknici?

Begunje pri Cerknici has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Begunje pri Cerknici?

35.0% of adults in Begunje pri Cerknici hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Begunje pri Cerknici?

The obesity rate in Begunje pri Cerknici is 19.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 80.0% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression.

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