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Besednice, Czechia

Jihočeský kraj · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Besednice is a small town in Jihočeský kraj, Czechia with a population of 838. Elevation: 1,890 ft (576 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
838 Population 135/sq mi density
1,890 ft Elevation 576 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Prague Timezone
$26,460 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$26,460 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$550/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,460
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
21% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population838
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,460
Per Capita$31,762
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation1,890 ft (576 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population838
Population Density135 / sq mi
Elevation1,890 ft (576 m)
Coordinates48.7900°, 14.5569°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceJihočeský kraj
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (877 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.4 inches (72 cm)
Median Household Income$26,460
Median Age43.3 years

Is Besednice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Besednice 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Besednice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Besednice is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Besednice experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Besednice has a population of 838 with a density of 135 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

838
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Besednice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Besednice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Besednice is $26,460, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,762 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (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 55.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Besednice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,460
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
21% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

In Besednice, 26.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 41.6% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.7% report binge drinking. 77.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity77.4%
Depression16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Besednice experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The area receives 28.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,890 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation1,890 ft (576 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates48.7900°N, 14.5569°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in

Besednice has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 30°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.9").

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. 86.0% 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

Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Besednice

What is the population of Besednice?

Besednice has a population of 838 residents and is located in Czechia. The population density is 135 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 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 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Besednice expensive to live in?

Besednice is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Besednice?

Besednice has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 25.

How is the job market in Besednice?

The job market in Besednice is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Besednice?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $550.

How are the schools in Besednice?

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

How healthy is Besednice?

The obesity rate in Besednice is 26.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 77.4% are physically inactive. 16.3% of residents report depression.

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