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Nižná, Slovakia

Žilina Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Nižná is a small town in Žilina Region, Slovakia with a population of 3,948. Elevation: 1,834 ft (559 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,948 Population
1,834 ft Elevation 559 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bratislava 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 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
49% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population3,948
Median Age41.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,615
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.2%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population3,948
Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)
Coordinates49.3105°, 19.5243°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceŽilina Region
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (995 mm)
Annual Snowfall72.6 inches (184 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Nižná a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nižná receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Nižná offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nižná experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 72.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Nižná has a population of 3,948. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 22.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,948
Total Population
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nižná vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nižná vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nižná is N/A. Per capita income is $24,615 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 54, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nižná vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
49% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Nižná, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 42.7% have high blood pressure. 29.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 71.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.2%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity71.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Nižná experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 72.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,834 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall72.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)
Coordinates49.3105°N, 19.5243°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.6 in

Nižná has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 25°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (2.2").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nižná

What is the population of Nižná?

Nižná has a population of 3,948 residents and is located in Slovakia.. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Nižná expensive to live in?

Nižná is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Nižná?

Nižná has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 72.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Nižná?

The unemployment rate in Nižná is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Nižná?

28.0% of adults in Nižná hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Nižná?

The obesity rate in Nižná is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.2% of adults are smokers. 71.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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