Choose Country

Hořice na Šumavě, Czechia

Jihočeský kraj · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Hořice na Šumavě is a small town in Jihočeský kraj, Czechia with a population of 786. Elevation: 2,198 ft (670 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
786 Population 64/sq mi density
2,198 ft Elevation 670 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
36.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Prague Timezone
$26,460 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$26,460 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$550/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,460
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
21% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population786
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,460
Per Capita$31,762
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population786
Population Density64 / sq mi
Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)
Coordinates48.7659°, 14.1784°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceJihočeský kraj
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (936 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.9 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$26,460
Median Age43.3 years

Is Hořice na Šumavě a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hořice na Šumavě receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hořice na Šumavě offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hořice na Šumavě is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hořice na Šumavě has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Hořice na Šumavě has a population of 786 with a density of 64 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

786
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hořice na Šumavě vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hořice na Šumavě vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hořice na Šumavě is $26,460, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,762 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 55.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hořice na Šumavě vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,460
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
21% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

In Hořice na Šumavě, 26.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 41.6% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.7% report binge drinking. 77.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hořice na Šumavě vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity77.4%
Depression16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Hořice na Šumavě has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 269 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 36.9 inches. The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,198 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.9 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates48.7659°N, 14.1784°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 29°F (-1°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in

Hořice na Šumavě has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hořice na Šumavě

What is the population of Hořice na Šumavě?

Hořice na Šumavě has a population of 786 residents and is located in Czechia. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Hořice na Šumavě expensive to live in?

Hořice na Šumavě is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hořice na Šumavě?

Hořice na Šumavě has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 25.

How is the job market in Hořice na Šumavě?

The job market in Hořice na Šumavě is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Hořice na Šumavě?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $550.

How are the schools in Hořice na Šumavě?

35.0% of adults in Hořice na Šumavě hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hořice na Šumavě?

The obesity rate in Hořice na Šumavě is 26.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 77.4% are physically inactive. 16.3% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Kájov 1,870 pop · 4.8 mi Větřní 3,870 pop · 4.9 mi Chvalšiny 1,244 pop · 6.3 mi Horní Planá 2,278 pop · 6.6 mi Český Krumlov 14,146 pop · 7.0 mi Frymburk 1,355 pop · 7.3 mi Loučovice 1,955 pop · 10.7 mi Křemže 2,989 pop · 11.2 mi Brloh 1,039 pop · 11.5 mi Vyšší Brod 2,628 pop · 12.0 mi Aigen im Mühlkreis 1,778 pop · 12.6 mi Velešín 4,023 pop · 13.7 mi Ulrichsberg 1,121 pop · 13.7 mi Kaplice 7,531 pop · 14.5 mi
Compare Hořice na Šumavě with another city: