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Donja Zelina, Croatia

Zagreb County · 🇭🇷 Croatia

Donja Zelina is a small town in Zagreb County, Croatia with a population of 786. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
786 Population 442/sq mi density
453 ft Elevation 138 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zagreb Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population786
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,184
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.3%

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.5%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation453 ft (138 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.2%
Population786
Population Density442 / sq mi
Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Coordinates45.9096°, 16.2302°
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
Country🇭🇷 Croatia
State / ProvinceZagreb County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,162 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.7 inches (40 cm)
Median Age44.3 years

Is Donja Zelina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donja Zelina receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Donja Zelina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Donja Zelina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Donja Zelina has a population of 786 with a density of 442 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. 24.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

786
Total Population
442
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Donja Zelina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Donja Zelina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donja Zelina is N/A. Per capita income is $22,184 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Donja Zelina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Donja Zelina, 30.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 34.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 76.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Donja Zelina vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.5%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity76.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Donja Zelina experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 277 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 45.8 inches. The area receives 15.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall15.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.1%

Geography

Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates45.9096°N, 16.2302°W
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Donja Zelina has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 34°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.8").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 83.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Donja Zelina

What is the population of Donja Zelina?

Donja Zelina has a population of 786 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 442 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Donja Zelina expensive to live in?

Donja Zelina is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Donja Zelina?

Donja Zelina has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches, with 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Donja Zelina?

The unemployment rate in Donja Zelina is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Donja Zelina?

28.0% of adults in Donja Zelina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Donja Zelina?

The obesity rate in Donja Zelina is 30.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 34.5% of adults are smokers. 76.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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