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Gurkovo, Bulgaria
Stara Zagora · Bulgaria
Gurkovo is a small town in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria with a population of 2,889. Elevation: 1,230 ft (375 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Gurkovo
Gurkovo is a small town in the Stara Zagora Province, south-central Bulgaria. It is situated in the Tvarditsa Valley at the foothills of the Balkan Mountains. The town is the administrative centre of the homonymous Gurkovo Municipality. As of March 2024, the town had a population of 2,999.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,889 |
| Population Density | 128 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.6667°, 25.8000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Stara Zagora |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.0 inches (661 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.5 inches (14 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,604 |
About Gurkovo
Gurkovo is a small town in Bulgaria (Stara Zagora) with a population of 2,889. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet (375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Gurkovo vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,604 |
| 77% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 144 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 22.5 sq mi (58.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 128/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6667°N, 25.8000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in |
Gurkovo has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 31°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Gurkovo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| СОУ "Христо Смирненски" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gurkovo
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumerang FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Общинско радио Велико Търново | 320kbps, hd | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BNR Stara Zagora | bnr, public radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Gurkovo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neolithic Dwellings Museum | ||||
| Regional historical museum | ||||
| Архиологически музей | ||||
| Къща музей "Гео Милев" | ||||
| Къща-музей "Градски бит 19 век" | ||||
| Къща-музей на Филип Тотю | ||||
| Мавзолей костница | ||||
| Музей "Литературна Стара Загора" | ||||
| Музей на религиите | ||||
| Хилендарски метох |
Libraries in Gurkovo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Регионална библиотека „Захарий Княжески“ | 0.0 | |||||
| Родина | 0.0 | |||||
| Читалише "Просвета" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gurkovo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Васил Шаханов | |||||
| Зеленчуков пазар | |||||
| Книжния пазар | |||||
| Общински пазар | |||||
| Църковен магазин |
Hotels in Gurkovo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gurkovo
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Gurkovo
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gurkovo
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gurkovo
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gurkovo
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gurkovo
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gurkovo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Gurkovo
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ски Писта Даулите | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Gurkovo
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bezmer Air Base | JAM | Medium Airport |
| Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport | GOZ | Medium Airport |
| Air Belozem Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Alfa-Metal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Belozem SSA Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Daskal-Atanasovo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Draganovtsi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gorski Izvor Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kalvacha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Levski Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lozen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maslarevo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Omarchevo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pet Mogili Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Popovo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sliven Barshen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stara Zagora Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gurkovo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Църква |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Gurkovo?
Gurkovo has a population of 2,889 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 22.5 square miles.
Is Gurkovo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,604, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Gurkovo?
Gurkovo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Gurkovo?
There are 144 business establishments in the area.