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Pleven, Bulgaria

Pleven · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Pleven is a mid-size city in Pleven, Bulgaria with a population of 90,209. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
90,209 Population 2,746/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
22.5 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

Population90,209
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density2,746/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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population90,209
Population Density2,746 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates43.4179°, 24.6167°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvincePleven
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (572 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Pleven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleven 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. Pleven 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

Pleven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Pleven has a population of 90,209 with a density of 2,746 people per square mile, spread across 32.9 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

90,209
Total Population
2,746
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
32.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pleven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleven 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: Pleven 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 Pleven, 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: Pleven 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

Pleven experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 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 292 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area32.9 sq mi (85.1 km²)
Population Density2,746/sq mi
Coordinates43.4179°N, 24.6167°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in Driest

Pleven has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and December the driest (1.4").

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 Density2,746/sq mi
Total Area32.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pleven

What is the population of Pleven?

Pleven has a population of 90,209 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 2,746 people per square mile, spread across 32.9 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 Pleven expensive to live in?

Pleven 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 Pleven?

Pleven has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 98.

How is the job market in Pleven?

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

How are the schools in Pleven?

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

How healthy is Pleven?

The obesity rate in Pleven 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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