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Fojnica, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Federation of B&H · 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Fojnica is a small city in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 8,244. Elevation: 1,896 ft (578 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
8,244 Population 70/sq mi density
1,896 ft Elevation 578 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
41.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sarajevo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
207% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population8,244
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,663
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking35.4%
Depression9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI184 (Unhealthy)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.4%
Population8,244
Population Density70 / sq mi
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates43.9595°, 17.9029°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceFederation of B&H
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation41.2 inches (1,046 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Fojnica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fojnica receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fojnica has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fojnica has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184.

Fojnica has a population of 8,244 with a density of 70 people per square mile, spread across 118.2 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 23.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,244
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
118.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fojnica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fojnica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fojnica is N/A. Per capita income is $8,663 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fojnica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
207% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Fojnica, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.2% have high blood pressure. 35.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 9.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure44.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking35.4%
153% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Fojnica has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.2 inches. The area receives 9.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 7% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,896 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median184.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %7.4%

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Area118.2 sq mi (306.0 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates43.9595°N, 17.9029°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (9°C) 3.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 31°F (-1°C) 4.0 in

Fojnica has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 29°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.8").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area118.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fojnica

What is the population of Fojnica?

Fojnica has a population of 8,244 residents and is located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 118.2 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 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Fojnica expensive to live in?

Fojnica is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Fojnica?

Fojnica 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 62°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184.

How is the job market in Fojnica?

The job market in Fojnica faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Fojnica?

15.0% of adults in Fojnica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Fojnica?

The obesity rate in Fojnica is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 35.4% of adults are smokers. 9.5% of residents report depression.

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