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Knezha, Bulgaria

Pleven · Bulgaria

Knezha is a small city in Pleven, Bulgaria with a population of 6,889. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,889 Population 100/sq mi density
381 ft Elevation 116 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$11,124 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$11,124 median income

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About Knezha

Knezha

Knezha is a town in Pleven Province, Northern Bulgaria. It is the administrative center of the homonymous Knezha Municipality.

People

Population6,889
Density100/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$11,124

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Population6,889
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Coordinates43.5000°, 24.0833°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvincePleven
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (565 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$11,124

About Knezha

Knezha is a small city in Bulgaria (Pleven) with a population of 6,889. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Knezha is $11,124, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 344 business establishments.

Income: Knezha vs Bulgaria

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Income

Median HH Income$11,124
85% below Bulgaria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)344

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Knezha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below Bulgaria avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area68.8 sq mi (178.2 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates43.5000°N, 24.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
41% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.72"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

149 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Jan 16, 2022.

May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 131 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 135 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 124 km
May 29, 2012 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria M4.5 129 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 128 km
Aug 24, 1992 13 km SSW of Kalofer, Bulgaria M4.2 129 km
Jan 3, 2017 8 km ENE of Lyaskovets, Bulgaria M4.2 146 km
Apr 15, 2008 6 km NE of Gabrovo, Bulgaria M4.2 125 km
May 22, 2012 2 km NNE of Batanovtsi, Bulgaria M4.2 134 km
May 10, 2006 15 km NW of Dragoman, Bulgaria M4.1 117 km
Nov 11, 2017 4 km S of Svoge, Bulgaria M4.1 87 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 47 km
May 23, 2012 8 km ESE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.0 128 km
Feb 7, 2009 10 km NW of Shipka, Bulgaria M3.8 123 km
Aug 21, 1992 3 km SW of Anton, Bulgaria M3.7 87 km
Apr 20, 1996 6 km WNW of Buhovo, Bulgaria M3.7 93 km
Oct 25, 2000 4 km NW of Breznik, Bulgaria M3.6 128 km
Aug 26, 1993 12 km W of Strazhitsa, Bulgaria M3.5 143 km
Feb 9, 1991 9 km NE of Samokov, Bulgaria M3.5 128 km
Sep 1, 1993 6 km WSW of Lesichovo, Bulgaria M3.4 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in

Knezha has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Knezha

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ОУ Васил Левски
ПГ по механо-електротехника Христо Смирненски
ПГ по земеделие Стефан Цанов
ОУ "Отец Паисий"
НУ "Кнежица"
СОУ Неофит Рилски
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Radio Stations near Knezha

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Knezha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Бившата къща музей "Николай Хрелков"
Къща-музей Дико Илиев

Libraries in Knezha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Митко Лаков 19030.0

Farmers Markets in Knezha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Пазар

Hotels in Knezha

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Хотел "Яцин"

Zoos in Knezha

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Zoopark Gergana

Bus Stations in Knezha

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Автогара Кнежа

Gas Stations in Knezha

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol

Banks in Knezha

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

UniCredit Bulbank

Stadiums & Teams in Knezha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Knezha

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dolna Mitropoliya Air BaseMedium Airport
Bahovitsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Bohot AirfieldSmall Airport
Borovan AirstripSmall Airport
Brenitsa AirstripSmall Airport
Grivitsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Knezha AirstripSmall Airport
Koynare AirstripSmall Airport
Krivodol AirstripSmall Airport
Selanovtsi AirfieldSmall Airport
Slatina AirstripSmall Airport
Slavovitsa AirstripSmall Airport
Sokolare Highway StripSmall Airport
StaroseltsiSmall Airport
Vratsa AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Knezha

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Speedy
Еконт

Churches & Religious Organizations in Knezha

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Възнесение Господне
Света Троица

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
136 m (446 ft)
Area
178.2 km² (68.8 mi²)
Postal Code
5835
Website
kneja.acstre.com

🇧🇬 About Bulgaria

Capital Sofia
Population 7,000,039
Area 110,910 km²
GDP (USD) $102,199,231,385
GDP per capita $15,853
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 75.7 years
Internet users 80.4%
Urban population 73.7%
Currency BGN (Lev)
Languages Bulgarian
Calling code +359
TLD .bg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bulgaria

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Нова година
Jan 2 Currency change day Ден на валутната смяна
Mar 3 Liberation Day Ден на oсвобождението на България от Oсманско робство
Apr 10 Good Friday Разпети петък
Apr 11 Holy Saturday Велика събота
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Великден
Apr 13 Easter Monday Велики понеделник
May 1 International Workers' Day Ден на труда и на международната работническа солидарност
May 6 Saint George's Day Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия
May 25 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Ден на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост
Sep 7 Unification Day Ден на съединението
Sep 22 Independence Day Ден на независимостта на България
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Бъдни вечер
Dec 25 Christmas Day Рождество Христово
Dec 26 Second day of Christmas Рождество Христово

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Frequently Asked Questions About Knezha

What is the population of Knezha?

Knezha has a population of 6,889 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 68.8 square miles.

Is Knezha expensive to live in?

The median household income is $11,124, 85% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Knezha?

Knezha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Knezha?

There are 344 business establishments in the area.

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