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Petržalka, Slovakia

Bratislava Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Petržalka is a large city in Bratislava Region, Slovakia with a population of 112,380. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
112,380 Population 10,152/sq mi density
463 ft Elevation 141 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.3 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

Population112,380
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density10,152/mi²
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population112,380
Population Density10,152 / sq mi
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Coordinates48.1233°, 17.1287°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBratislava Region
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.2 inches (33 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Petržalka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petržalka 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Petržalka 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

Petržalka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Petržalka has a population of 112,380 with a density of 10,152 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles. 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

112,380
Total Population
10,152
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Petržalka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Petržalka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petržalka 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: Petržalka 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 Petržalka, 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: Petržalka 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

Petržalka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. 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 463 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density10,152/sq mi
Coordinates48.1233°N, 17.1287°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Petržalka has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 34°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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

Population Density10,152/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Petržalka

What is the population of Petržalka?

Petržalka has a population of 112,380 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 10,152 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles. 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 Petržalka expensive to live in?

Petržalka 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 Petržalka?

Petržalka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Petržalka?

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

How are the schools in Petržalka?

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

How healthy is Petržalka?

The obesity rate in Petržalka 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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