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Košice, Slovakia

Košice Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Košice is a large city in Košice Region, Slovakia with a population of 225,044. Elevation: 673 ft (205 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
225,044 Population 2,391/sq mi density
673 ft Elevation 205 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bratislava 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 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
49% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population225,044
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2,391/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,615
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.2%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population225,044
Population Density2,391 / sq mi
Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Coordinates48.7144°, 21.2580°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceKošice Region
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Košice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Košice 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Košice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Košice experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°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 Good with a median AQI of 21.

Košice has a population of 225,044 with a density of 2,391 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

225,044
Total Population
2,391
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
94.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Košice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Košice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Košice is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Košice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
49% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Košice, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% are current smokers. 2.3% report depression. 71.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.2%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity71.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Košice has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.1 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area94.1 sq mi (243.7 km²)
Population Density2,391/sq mi
Coordinates48.7144°N, 21.2580°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,391/sq mi
Total Area94.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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