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Kováčová, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Kováčová is a small town in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 1,626. Elevation: 994 ft (303 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,626 Population 589/sq mi density
994 ft Elevation 303 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.6 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

Population1,626
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density589/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population1,626
Population Density589 / sq mi
Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Coordinates48.6015°, 19.1025°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (726 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Kováčová a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kováčová 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. Kováčová 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

Kováčová experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kováčová has a population of 1,626 with a density of 589 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,626
Total Population
589
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kováčová vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kováčová vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kováčová 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: Kováčová 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 Kováčová, 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: Kováčová 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

Kováčová has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 284 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density589/sq mi
Coordinates48.6015°N, 19.1025°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 Density589/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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