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Kostinbrod, Bulgaria

Sofia · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Kostinbrod is a small city in Sofia, Bulgaria with a population of 12,175. Elevation: 1,752 ft (534 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,175 Population 761/sq mi density
1,752 ft Elevation 534 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia 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 20.6%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
2% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population12,175
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,853
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity20.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking38.1%
Depression6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,752 ft (534 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population12,175
Population Density761 / sq mi
Elevation1,752 ft (534 m)
Coordinates42.8167°, 23.2167°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceSofia
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Kostinbrod a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% 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

Kostinbrod experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Kostinbrod has a population of 12,175 with a density of 761 people per square mile, spread across 16.0 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 24.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,175
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
16.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kostinbrod vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kostinbrod vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kostinbrod is N/A. Per capita income is $15,853 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 41.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kostinbrod vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
2% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kostinbrod, 20.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.2% have high blood pressure. 38.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.5% report binge drinking. 73.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.6%
36% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
High Blood Pressure45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking38.1%
172% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.5%
Physical Inactivity73.3%
Depression6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Kostinbrod experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,752 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation1,752 ft (534 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.4 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates42.8167°N, 23.2167°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in

Kostinbrod has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 30°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.3").

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. 80.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density761/sq mi
Total Area16.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kostinbrod

What is the population of Kostinbrod?

Kostinbrod has a population of 12,175 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 761 people per square mile, spread across 16.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Kostinbrod expensive to live in?

Kostinbrod is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 41.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kostinbrod?

Kostinbrod has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 98.

How is the job market in Kostinbrod?

Kostinbrod has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kostinbrod?

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

How healthy is Kostinbrod?

The obesity rate in Kostinbrod is 20.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 38.1% of adults are smokers. 73.3% are physically inactive. 6.3% of residents report depression.

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