Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.7%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.5%

26% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.9%

93% lower than US avg

People

Population5,465

Median Age43.6 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$22,231

Unemployment4.5%

Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity31.7%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking29.4%

Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI161 (Unhealthy)

Rain32.9 in/yr

Sunny Days259/yr

Elevation305 ft (93 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+98.9%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband91.5%

Population	5,465
Elevation	305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates	46.5333°, 21.2500°
Timezone	Europe/Budapest
Country	🇭🇺 Hungary
State / Province	Bekes County
Average Temperature	56°F (13°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	32.9 inches (837 mm)
Annual Snowfall	9.7 inches (25 cm)
Median Age	43.6 years

Is Elek a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% 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%. 98.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Elek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Elek has a population of 5,465. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,465

Total Population

43.6yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48%

Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Elek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Elek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Elek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$22,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.5%
	26% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.9%
	93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	48.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Elek, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% are current smokers. 19.0% report depression. 79.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.7%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
High Blood Pressure	48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	29.4%
	110% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.3%
Physical Inactivity	79.5%
Depression	19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.0%

Food & Exercise

Elek has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	55.6°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.9 inches
	13% below US avg
Snowfall	9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	161.0
Rating	Unhealthy
Good Days %	16.0%

Geography

Elevation	305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates	46.5333°N, 21.2500°W
Timezone	Europe/Budapest

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	98.9%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Elek a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Elek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Elek vs U.S. Average

Income: Elek vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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