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Handlová, Slovakia

Trenčín Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Handlová is a small city in Trenčín Region, Slovakia with a population of 15,694. Elevation: 1,391 ft (424 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
15,694 Population 475/sq mi density
1,391 ft Elevation 424 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bratislava Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% 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

Population15,694
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,615
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,391 ft (424 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population15,694
Population Density475 / sq mi
Elevation1,391 ft (424 m)
Coordinates48.7276°, 18.7601°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceTrenčín Region
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.4 inches (29 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Handlová a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Handlová receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Handlová offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Handlová has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Handlová has a population of 15,694 with a density of 475 people per square mile, spread across 33.0 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

15,694
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
33.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Handlová vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Handlová vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Handlová is N/A. 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: Handlová vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Handlová, 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: Handlová 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

Handlová has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The area receives 11.4 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 1,391 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,391 ft (424 m)
Area33.0 sq mi (85.5 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates48.7276°N, 18.7601°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in

Handlová has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 26°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.9").

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 Density475/sq mi
Total Area33.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Handlová

What is the population of Handlová?

Handlová has a population of 15,694 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 475 people per square mile, spread across 33.0 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 Handlová expensive to live in?

Handlová is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Handlová?

Handlová has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Handlová?

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

How are the schools in Handlová?

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

How healthy is Handlová?

The obesity rate in Handlová 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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