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Jelšava, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Jelšava is a small town in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 3,168. Elevation: 873 ft (266 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,168 Population 175/sq mi density
873 ft Elevation 266 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.3 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

Population3,168
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density175/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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population3,168
Population Density175 / sq mi
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Coordinates48.6291°, 20.2414°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (7 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Jelšava a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jelšava 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. Jelšava 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

Jelšava experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Jelšava has a population of 3,168 with a density of 175 people per square mile, spread across 18.1 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

3,168
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
18.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jelšava vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jelšava vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jelšava 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: Jelšava 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 Jelšava, 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: Jelšava 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

Jelšava experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 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 873 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.3 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area18.1 sq mi (46.8 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates48.6291°N, 20.2414°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Jelšava has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.9").

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 Density175/sq mi
Total Area18.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jelšava

What is the population of Jelšava?

Jelšava has a population of 3,168 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 18.1 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 Jelšava expensive to live in?

Jelšava 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 Jelšava?

Jelšava has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Jelšava?

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

How are the schools in Jelšava?

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

How healthy is Jelšava?

The obesity rate in Jelšava 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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