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Heves, Hungary

Heves County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Heves is a small city in Heves County, Hungary with a population of 11,311. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,311 Population
315 ft Elevation 96 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Budapest 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 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
26% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population11,311
Median Age43.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,231
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.4%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation315 ft (96 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+98.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population11,311
Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Coordinates47.6000°, 20.2833°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceHeves County
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Heves a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heves 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. Heves offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% 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%. 98.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Heves experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Heves has a population of 11,311. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,311
Total Population
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Heves vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Heves vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heves is N/A. Per capita income is $22,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Heves vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
26% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Heves, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 29.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.4%
110% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Heves experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Coordinates47.6000°N, 20.2833°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 0.9 in
March 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
April 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
September 62°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in

Heves has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 30°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.9").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+98.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Heves

What is the population of Heves?

Heves has a population of 11,311 residents and is located in Hungary.. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Heves expensive to live in?

Heves is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Heves?

Heves has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Heves?

Heves has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Heves?

28.0% of adults in Heves hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Heves?

The obesity rate in Heves is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.4% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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