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Mekinje, Slovenia

Municipality of Kamnik · 🇸🇮 Slovenia

Mekinje is a small town in Municipality of Kamnik, Slovenia with a population of 1,582. Elevation: 1,398 ft (426 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,582 Population 3,296/sq mi density
1,398 ft Elevation 426 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
59.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Ljubljana Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.4%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
12% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population1,582
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density3,296/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,660
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity19.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression21.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.4%
Population1,582
Population Density3,296 / sq mi
Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Coordinates46.2333°, 14.6167°
TimezoneEurope/Ljubljana
Country🇸🇮 Slovenia
State / ProvinceMunicipality of Kamnik
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation59.7 inches (1,517 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.3 inches (82 cm)
Median Age44.1 years

Is Mekinje a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mekinje receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mekinje offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mekinje experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches, including 32.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Mekinje has a population of 1,582 with a density of 3,296 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,582
Total Population
3,296
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mekinje vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mekinje vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mekinje is N/A. Per capita income is $32,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mekinje vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
12% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mekinje, 19.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.3% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 80.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.4%
39% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure45.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity80.0%
Depression21.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Mekinje experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,398 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall32.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.7%

Geography

Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,296/sq mi
Coordinates46.2333°N, 14.6167°W
TimezoneEurope/Ljubljana

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.3 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 4.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 5.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 5.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 7.2 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 5.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 6.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 6.9 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 4.9 in Coldest

Mekinje has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 29°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and February the driest (3.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,296/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mekinje

What is the population of Mekinje?

Mekinje has a population of 1,582 residents and is located in Slovenia. The population density is 3,296 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.3% male.

Is Mekinje expensive to live in?

Mekinje is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mekinje?

Mekinje has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches, with 32.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Mekinje?

Mekinje has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mekinje?

35.0% of adults in Mekinje hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mekinje?

The obesity rate in Mekinje is 19.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 80.0% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression.

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