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Karlovy Vary, Czechia

Karlovarský kraj · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Karlovy Vary is a mid-size city in Karlovarský kraj, Czechia with a population of 45,500. Elevation: 1,227 ft (374 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
45,500 Population 1,995/sq mi density
1,227 ft Elevation 374 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Prague Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher 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

Population45,500
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,995/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,762
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population45,500
Population Density1,995 / sq mi
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Coordinates50.2327°, 12.8712°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceKarlovarský kraj
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (683 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Karlovy Vary a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Karlovy Vary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Karlovy Vary has a population of 45,500 with a density of 1,995 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

45,500
Total Population
1,995
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
22.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Karlovy Vary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karlovy Vary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karlovy Vary is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Karlovy Vary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Karlovy Vary, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% are current smokers. 16.3% report depression. 77.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Karlovy Vary 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

Karlovy Vary has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Area22.8 sq mi (59.1 km²)
Population Density1,995/sq mi
Coordinates50.2327°N, 12.8712°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,995/sq mi
Total Area22.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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