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Pernik, Bulgaria

Pernik · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Pernik is a mid-size city in Pernik, Bulgaria with a population of 82,467. Elevation: 2,464 ft (751 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
82,467 Population 2,955/sq mi density
2,464 ft Elevation 751 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia 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 20.6%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
2% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population82,467
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density2,955/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,853
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity20.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking38.1%
Depression6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population82,467
Population Density2,955 / sq mi
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Coordinates42.5967°, 23.0332°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvincePernik
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Pernik a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Pernik experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Pernik has a population of 82,467 with a density of 2,955 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 24.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

82,467
Total Population
2,955
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
27.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pernik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pernik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pernik is N/A. Per capita income is $15,853 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 41.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pernik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
2% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pernik, 20.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.2% have high blood pressure. 38.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.5% report binge drinking. 73.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.6%
36% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
High Blood Pressure45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking38.1%
172% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.5%
Physical Inactivity73.3%
Depression6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Pernik experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Area27.9 sq mi (72.3 km²)
Population Density2,955/sq mi
Coordinates42.5967°N, 23.0332°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.6 in
March 38°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 38°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.8 in

Pernik has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 29°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.3").

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. 80.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,955/sq mi
Total Area27.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pernik

What is the population of Pernik?

Pernik has a population of 82,467 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 2,955 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Pernik expensive to live in?

Pernik is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 41.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pernik?

Pernik has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 98.

How is the job market in Pernik?

Pernik has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pernik?

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

How healthy is Pernik?

The obesity rate in Pernik is 20.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 38.1% of adults are smokers. 73.3% are physically inactive. 6.3% of residents report depression.

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