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Pirot, Serbia

Central Serbia · 🇷🇸 Serbia

Pirot is a mid-size city in Central Serbia, Serbia with a population of 40,678. Elevation: 1,217 ft (371 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
40,678 Population 86/sq mi density
1,217 ft Elevation 371 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Belgrade 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 22.5%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
98% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

People

Population40,678
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,282
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty2.0%

Health

Obesity22.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking39.7%
Depression15.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population40,678
Population Density86 / sq mi
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Coordinates43.1531°, 22.5861°
TimezoneEurope/Belgrade
Country🇷🇸 Serbia
State / ProvinceCentral Serbia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (641 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.9 inches (12 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Pirot a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.0% 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

Pirot experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Pirot has a population of 40,678 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

40,678
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
475.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pirot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pirot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pirot is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Pirot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,282

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
98% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pirot, 22.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 39.7% are current smokers. 15.0% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.5%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure46.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking39.7%
184% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.0%
Depression15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Pirot has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Area475.7 sq mi (1,232.0 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates43.1531°N, 22.5861°W
TimezoneEurope/Belgrade
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density86/sq mi
Total Area475.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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