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Bitola, North Macedonia

Bitola · 🇲🇰 North Macedonia

Bitola is a mid-size city in Bitola, North Macedonia with a population of 69,287. Elevation: 1,913 ft (583 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
69,287 Population 425/sq mi density
1,913 ft Elevation 583 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Skopje Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.3%
241% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population69,287
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density425/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,674
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty3.9%

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking39.7%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI157 (Unhealthy)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,913 ft (583 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population69,287
Population Density425 / sq mi
Elevation1,913 ft (583 m)
Coordinates41.0323°, 21.3355°
TimezoneEurope/Skopje
Country🇲🇰 North Macedonia
State / ProvinceBitola
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age40.5 years

Is Bitola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bitola receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Bitola has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% 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

Bitola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 157.

Bitola has a population of 69,287 with a density of 425 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

69,287
Total Population
425
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
163.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bitola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bitola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bitola is N/A. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bitola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
241% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living34.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bitola, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 39.7% are current smokers. 3.0% report depression. 78.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure45.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking39.7%
184% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.8%
Physical Inactivity78.4%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Bitola has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 157.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median157.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %17.5%

Geography

Elevation1,913 ft (583 m)
Area163.1 sq mi (422.4 km²)
Population Density425/sq mi
Coordinates41.0323°N, 21.3355°W
TimezoneEurope/Skopje
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 87.2% 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 Density425/sq mi
Total Area163.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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