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Mátraderecske, Hungary

Heves County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Mátraderecske is a small town in Heves County, Hungary with a population of 2,232. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,232 Population 413/sq mi density
702 ft Elevation 214 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
21.6 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

Population2,232
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density413/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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population2,232
Population Density413 / sq mi
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Coordinates47.9500°, 20.0833°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceHeves County
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (549 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Mátraderecske a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mátraderecske 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. Mátraderecske 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

Mátraderecske experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Mátraderecske has a population of 2,232 with a density of 413 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 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

2,232
Total Population
413
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Mátraderecske vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mátraderecske vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mátraderecske 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: Mátraderecske 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 Mátraderecske, 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: Mátraderecske 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

Mátraderecske experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 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 702 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density413/sq mi
Coordinates47.9500°N, 20.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Mátraderecske has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January 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

Population Density413/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mátraderecske

What is the population of Mátraderecske?

Mátraderecske has a population of 2,232 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 413 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 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 Mátraderecske expensive to live in?

Mátraderecske 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 Mátraderecske?

Mátraderecske has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 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 Mátraderecske?

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

How are the schools in Mátraderecske?

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

How healthy is Mátraderecske?

The obesity rate in Mátraderecske 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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