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Gjilan, Serbia

Kosovo · 🇷🇸 Serbia

Gjilan is a mid-size city in Kosovo, Serbia with a population of 51,912. Elevation: 1,683 ft (513 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
51,912 Population 261/sq mi density
1,683 ft Elevation 513 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
25.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Belgrade 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 23.4%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
204% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population51,912
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,221
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty0.3%

Health

Obesity23.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.2%
Depression2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI123 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.1%
Population51,912
Population Density261 / sq mi
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Coordinates42.4605°, 21.4699°
TimezoneEurope/Belgrade
Country🇷🇸 Serbia
State / ProvinceKosovo
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (635 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age30.5 years

Is Gjilan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gjilan 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. Gjilan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.3% 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

Gjilan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 123.

Gjilan has a population of 51,912 with a density of 261 people per square mile, spread across 198.8 square miles. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

51,912
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
198.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gjilan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gjilan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gjilan is N/A. Per capita income is $6,221 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.9% (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 41.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gjilan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
204% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gjilan, 23.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 41.8% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.0% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.4%
27% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure41.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.0%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression2.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Gjilan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 123 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 37% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,683 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median123.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %36.7%

Geography

Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Area198.8 sq mi (515.0 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates42.4605°N, 21.4699°W
TimezoneEurope/Belgrade

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Wettest
June 65°F (19°C) 2.5 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.2 in

Gjilan has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 30°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (1.7").

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. 83.1% 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 Density261/sq mi
Total Area198.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gjilan

What is the population of Gjilan?

Gjilan has a population of 51,912 residents and is located in Serbia. The population density is 261 people per square mile, spread across 198.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Gjilan expensive to live in?

Gjilan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 41.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gjilan?

Gjilan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 123.

How is the job market in Gjilan?

The job market in Gjilan faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gjilan?

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

How healthy is Gjilan?

The obesity rate in Gjilan is 23.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 2.1% of residents report depression.

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