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

Population23,437

Median Age36.4 yrs

Density1,029/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$9,731

Unemployment10.9%

Poverty0.3%

Health

Obesity23.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking19.2%

Depression2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI123 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

Rain56.5 in/yr

Sunny Days233/yr

Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband83.1%

Population	23,437
Population Density	1,029 / sq mi
Elevation	938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates	40.0758°, 20.1389°
Timezone	Europe/Tirane
Country	🇦🇱 Albania
State / Province	Gjirokastër County
Average Temperature	54°F (12°C)
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation	56.5 inches (1,436 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	36.4 years

Is Gjirokastër a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gjirokastër 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. Gjirokastër 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

Gjirokastër experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 123.

Gjirokastër has a population of 23,437 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,437

Total Population

1,029

People / sq mi

36.4yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

22.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gjirokastër vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Gjirokastër vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gjirokastër is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gjirokastër vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$9,731

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.9%
	204% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.3%
	98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	42.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gjirokastër, 23.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% are current smokers. 2.1% report depression. 73.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	23.4%
	27% below US avg
Diabetes	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	41.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.2%
	37% above US avg
Binge Drinking	5.0%
Physical Inactivity	73.9%
Depression	2.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	71.0%

Food & Exercise

Gjirokastër has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. The area enjoys 233 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 123.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	54.1°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	233 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.5 inches
	49% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	123.0
Rating	Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %	36.7%

Geography

Elevation	938 ft (286 m)
Area	22.8 sq mi (59.0 km²)
Population Density	1,029/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0758°N, 20.1389°W
Timezone	Europe/Tirane

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	1,029/sq mi
Total Area	22.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Gjirokastër, Albania

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Economy

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Is Gjirokastër a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Gjirokastër vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Gjirokastër vs U.S. Average

Income: Gjirokastër vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Gjirokastër 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

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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