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Lak, Hungary

Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Lak is a small town in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén, Hungary with a population of 625. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
625 Population
525 ft Elevation 160 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Budapest 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 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
26% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population625
Median Age43.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,231
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.4%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+98.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population625
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates48.3500°, 20.8667°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceBorsod-Abaúj-Zemplén
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (559 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Lak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lak 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. Lak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% 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%. 98.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Lak has a population of 625. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

625
Total Population
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Lak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lak is N/A. Per capita income is $22,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
26% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lak, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 29.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.4%
110% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Lak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates48.3500°N, 20.8667°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Lak has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 27°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.9").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+98.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lak

What is the population of Lak?

Lak has a population of 625 residents and is located in Hungary.. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Lak expensive to live in?

Lak is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lak?

Lak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Lak?

Lak has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lak?

28.0% of adults in Lak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lak?

The obesity rate in Lak is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.4% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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