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Perast, Montenegro

Kotor · 🇲🇪 Montenegro

Perast is a small town in Kotor, Montenegro with a population of 551. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
551 Population
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Podgorica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.0%
44% lower than US avg

People

Population551
Median Age39.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,260
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity18.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking37.7%
Depression14.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI170 (Unhealthy)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.8%
Population551
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates42.4869°, 18.6992°
TimezoneEurope/Podgorica
Country🇲🇪 Montenegro
State / ProvinceKotor
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,314 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.4 years

Is Perast a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perast receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Perast has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Perast enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170.

Perast has a population of 551. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

551
Total Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Perast vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Perast vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perast is N/A. Per capita income is $12,260 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 55, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Perast vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,260

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Perast, 18.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.1% have high blood pressure. 37.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.0% report binge drinking. 14.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.0%
44% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure45.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.7%
169% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.0%
Depression14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Perast enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median170.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %12.6%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates42.4869°N, 18.6992°W
TimezoneEurope/Podgorica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 5.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 7.2 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 6.3 in

Perast has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (1.5").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Perast

What is the population of Perast?

Perast has a population of 551 residents and is located in Montenegro.. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Perast expensive to live in?

Perast is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Perast?

Perast enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 170.

How are the schools in Perast?

22.0% of adults in Perast hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Perast?

The obesity rate in Perast is 18.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 37.7% of adults are smokers. 14.1% of residents report depression.

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