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Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Srpska · 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bileća is a small city in Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 13,257. Elevation: 1,535 ft (468 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
13,257 Population 54/sq mi density
1,535 ft Elevation 468 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
47.1 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

Population13,257
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density54/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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI184 (Unhealthy)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.4%
Population13,257
Population Density54 / sq mi
Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Coordinates42.8765°, 18.4297°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceSrpska
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,196 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Bileća a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bileća 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. Bileća 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

Bileća experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184.

Bileća has a population of 13,257 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,257
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
244.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bileća vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bileća vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bileća is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bileća 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 Bileća, 21.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 35.4% are current smokers. 9.5% report depression.

Health Metrics: Bileća 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

Bileća has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median184.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %7.4%

Geography

Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Area244.4 sq mi (633.0 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates42.8765°N, 18.4297°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density54/sq mi
Total Area244.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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