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Kavadarci, North Macedonia

Kavadarci · 🇲🇰 North Macedonia

Kavadarci is a mid-size city in Kavadarci, North Macedonia with a population of 38,799. Elevation: 906 ft (276 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,799 Population 6,655/sq mi density
906 ft Elevation 276 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Skopje Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.3%
241% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population38,799
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density6,655/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,674
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty3.9%

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking39.7%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI157 (Unhealthy)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population38,799
Population Density6,655 / sq mi
Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Coordinates41.4334°, 22.0122°
TimezoneEurope/Skopje
Country🇲🇰 North Macedonia
State / ProvinceKavadarci
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (443 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age40.5 years

Is Kavadarci a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kavadarci receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kavadarci has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kavadarci experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 157.

Kavadarci has a population of 38,799 with a density of 6,655 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.7% male. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

38,799
Total Population
6,655
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kavadarci vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kavadarci vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kavadarci is N/A. Per capita income is $8,674 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 34.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kavadarci vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
241% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living34.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kavadarci, 27.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.1% have high blood pressure. 39.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.8% report binge drinking. 78.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure45.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking39.7%
184% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.8%
Physical Inactivity78.4%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Kavadarci experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 157 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median157.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %17.5%

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density6,655/sq mi
Coordinates41.4334°N, 22.0122°W
TimezoneEurope/Skopje

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
March 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in Wettest
June 71°F (22°C) 1.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 1.1 in
September 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in

Kavadarci has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 33°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (1.1").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,655/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kavadarci

What is the population of Kavadarci?

Kavadarci has a population of 38,799 residents and is located in North Macedonia. The population density is 6,655 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.7% male.

Is Kavadarci expensive to live in?

Kavadarci is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 34.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kavadarci?

Kavadarci has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 157.

How is the job market in Kavadarci?

The job market in Kavadarci faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kavadarci?

22.0% of adults in Kavadarci hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kavadarci?

The obesity rate in Kavadarci is 27.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 39.7% of adults are smokers. 78.4% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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