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Kresna, Bulgaria

Blagoevgrad · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Kresna is a small town in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 4,117. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,117 Population 189/sq mi density
1,037 ft Elevation 316 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
21.9 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

Population4,117
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density189/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 Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population4,117
Population Density189 / sq mi
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Coordinates41.7333°, 23.1500°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceBlagoevgrad
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (556 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Kresna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kresna 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. Kresna 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

Kresna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Kresna has a population of 4,117 with a density of 189 people per square mile, spread across 21.8 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

4,117
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
21.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kresna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kresna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kresna 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: Kresna 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 Kresna, 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: Kresna 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

Kresna experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 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 1,037 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Area21.8 sq mi (56.5 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates41.7333°N, 23.1500°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.9 in

Kresna has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 31°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (1.4").

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 Density189/sq mi
Total Area21.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kresna

What is the population of Kresna?

Kresna has a population of 4,117 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 189 people per square mile, spread across 21.8 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 Kresna expensive to live in?

Kresna 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 Kresna?

Kresna has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 98.

How is the job market in Kresna?

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

How are the schools in Kresna?

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

How healthy is Kresna?

The obesity rate in Kresna 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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