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Pécel, Hungary

Pest County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Pécel is a small city in Pest County, Hungary with a population of 13,193. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
13,193 Population 783/sq mi density
525 ft Elevation 160 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.5 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

Population13,193
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density783/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population13,193
Population Density783 / sq mi
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates47.4896°, 19.3416°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvincePest County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (875 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.0 inches (43 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Pécel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pécel 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. Pécel 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

Pécel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Pécel has a population of 13,193 with a density of 783 people per square mile, spread across 16.9 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

13,193
Total Population
783
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
16.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Pécel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pécel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pécel 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: Pécel 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 Pécel, 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: Pécel 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

Pécel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The area receives 17.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall17.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Area16.9 sq mi (43.6 km²)
Population Density783/sq mi
Coordinates47.4896°N, 19.3416°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 39°F (4°C)
1.3"
Feb 33°F (1°C)
1.1"
Mar 42°F (5°C)
1.1"
Apr 51°F (11°C)
1.7"
May 60°F (16°C)
2.4"
Jun 66°F (19°C)
2.4"
Jul 74°F (23°C)
2.0"
Aug 69°F (20°C)
1.9"
Sep 61°F (16°C)
1.7"
Oct 51°F (10°C)
1.5"
Nov 40°F (4°C)
2.0"
Dec 32°F (0°C)
1.6"

The warmest month is July at 74°F, while the coldest is December at 32°F — a seasonal swing of 41°F. May sees the most rain (2.4"), while February is 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 Density783/sq mi
Total Area16.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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