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Kaposvár, Hungary

Somogy County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Kaposvár is a mid-size city in Somogy County, Hungary with a population of 64,280. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
64,280 Population 15/sq mi density
472 ft Elevation 144 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.1 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

Population64,280
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density15/mi²
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population64,280
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates46.3667°, 17.8000°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceSomogy County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Kaposvár a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaposvár 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. Kaposvár 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

Kaposvár experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Kaposvár has a population of 64,280 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

64,280
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
4,386.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaposvár vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kaposvár vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaposvár is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kaposvár 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 Kaposvár, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% are current smokers. 19.0% report depression. 79.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kaposvár 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

Kaposvár has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.1 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area4,386.1 sq mi (11,360.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates46.3667°N, 17.8000°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area4,386.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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