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Čestice, Czechia

Jihočeský kraj · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Čestice is a small town in Jihočeský kraj, Czechia with a population of 944. Elevation: 1,831 ft (558 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
944 Population 105/sq mi density
1,831 ft Elevation 558 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.5 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 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

People

Population944
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,460
Per Capita$31,762
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population944
Population Density105 / sq mi
Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)
Coordinates49.1678°, 13.8037°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceJihočeský kraj
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (852 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$26,460
Median Age43.3 years

Is Čestice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Čestice 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. Čestice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Čestice is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.0% 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

Čestice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Čestice has a population of 944 with a density of 105 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 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

944
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Čestice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Čestice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Čestice 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). 2.0% 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: Čestice 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 Rate2.0%
84% 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%
Renter-Occupied21.4%

Property Tax

In Čestice, 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: Čestice 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

Čestice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. 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 1,831 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates49.1678°N, 13.8037°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
March 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in

Čestice has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and April 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 Density105/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Čestice

What is the population of Čestice?

Čestice has a population of 944 residents and is located in Czechia. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 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 Čestice expensive to live in?

Čestice 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 Čestice?

Čestice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 25.

How is the job market in Čestice?

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

How much does housing cost in Čestice?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $550.

How are the schools in Čestice?

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

How healthy is Čestice?

The obesity rate in Čestice 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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