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Dešná, Czechia

Jihočeský kraj · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Dešná is a small town in Jihočeský kraj, Czechia with a population of 657. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
657 Population
1,526 ft Elevation 465 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.6 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

Population657
Median Age43.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population657
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Coordinates48.9576°, 15.5428°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceJihočeský kraj
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation22.6 inches (574 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$26,460
Median Age43.3 years

Is Dešná a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dešná 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

Dešná experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Dešná has a population of 657. 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

657
Total Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dešná vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dešná vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dešná 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: Dešná 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 Dešná, 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: Dešná 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

Dešná experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 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 1,526 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Coordinates48.9576°N, 15.5428°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Dešná has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dešná

What is the population of Dešná?

Dešná has a population of 657 residents and is located in Czechia.. 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 Dešná expensive to live in?

Dešná 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 Dešná?

Dešná has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 25.

How is the job market in Dešná?

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

How much does housing cost in Dešná?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $550.

How are the schools in Dešná?

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

How healthy is Dešná?

The obesity rate in Dešná 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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