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Fiľakovo, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Fiľakovo is a small city in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 9,726. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
9,726 Population 1,556/sq mi density
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bratislava Timezone
$52,704 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,704 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$450/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,704
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $450
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
49% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population9,726
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,556/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,704
Per Capita$24,615
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$450
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.2%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population9,726
Population Density1,556 / sq mi
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates48.2676°, 19.8247°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (554 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$52,704
Median Age41.8 years

Is Fiľakovo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fiľakovo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fiľakovo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fiľakovo is $52,704, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Fiľakovo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Fiľakovo has a population of 9,726 with a density of 1,556 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 22.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,726
Total Population
1,556
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fiľakovo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fiľakovo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fiľakovo is $52,704, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,615 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 54, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fiľakovo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,704
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
49% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$450
61% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

In Fiľakovo, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 42.7% have high blood pressure. 29.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 71.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.2%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity71.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Fiľakovo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Coordinates48.2676°N, 19.8247°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.9 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Fiľakovo has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.0").

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. 87.2% 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 Density1,556/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fiľakovo

What is the population of Fiľakovo?

Fiľakovo has a population of 9,726 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 1,556 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Fiľakovo expensive to live in?

Fiľakovo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,704, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Fiľakovo?

Fiľakovo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Fiľakovo?

The unemployment rate in Fiľakovo is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Fiľakovo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $450.

How are the schools in Fiľakovo?

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

How healthy is Fiľakovo?

The obesity rate in Fiľakovo is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.2% of adults are smokers. 71.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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