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Kistarcsa, Hungary

Pest County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Kistarcsa is a small city in Pest County, Hungary with a population of 12,645. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
12,645 Population 2,975/sq mi density
679 ft Elevation 207 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.5 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

Population12,645
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density2,975/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population12,645
Population Density2,975 / sq mi
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates47.5476°, 19.2625°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvincePest County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (875 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.0 inches (43 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Kistarcsa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kistarcsa 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. Kistarcsa 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

Kistarcsa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Kistarcsa has a population of 12,645 with a density of 2,975 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,645
Total Population
2,975
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Kistarcsa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kistarcsa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kistarcsa is N/A. Per capita income is $22,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kistarcsa 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 Kistarcsa, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 29.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Kistarcsa 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

Kistarcsa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The area receives 17.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall17.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density2,975/sq mi
Coordinates47.5476°N, 19.2625°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Wettest
June 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Kistarcsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.1").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density2,975/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kistarcsa

What is the population of Kistarcsa?

Kistarcsa has a population of 12,645 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 2,975 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Kistarcsa expensive to live in?

Kistarcsa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kistarcsa?

Kistarcsa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 17.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Kistarcsa?

Kistarcsa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kistarcsa?

28.0% of adults in Kistarcsa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kistarcsa?

The obesity rate in Kistarcsa is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.4% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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