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Marcali, Hungary

Somogy County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Marcali is a small city in Somogy County, Hungary with a population of 11,216. Elevation: 427 ft (130 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,216 Population 278/sq mi density
427 ft Elevation 130 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.2 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

Population11,216
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density278/mi²
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation427 ft (130 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population11,216
Population Density278 / sq mi
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates46.5850°, 17.4120°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceSomogy County
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (640 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Marcali a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marcali 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. Marcali 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

Marcali experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Marcali has a population of 11,216 with a density of 278 people per square mile, spread across 40.3 square miles. 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

11,216
Total Population
278
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
40.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Marcali vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Marcali vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marcali 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: Marcali 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 Marcali, 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: Marcali 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

Marcali experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 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 427 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area40.3 sq mi (104.4 km²)
Population Density278/sq mi
Coordinates46.5850°N, 17.4120°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in

Marcali has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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

Population Density278/sq mi
Total Area40.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Marcali

What is the population of Marcali?

Marcali has a population of 11,216 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 278 people per square mile, spread across 40.3 square miles. 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 Marcali expensive to live in?

Marcali 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 Marcali?

Marcali has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Marcali?

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

How are the schools in Marcali?

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

How healthy is Marcali?

The obesity rate in Marcali 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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