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Polgár, Hungary

Hajdú-Bihar · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Polgár is a small city in Hajdú-Bihar, Hungary with a population of 8,347. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,347 Population 222/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Budapest 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 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
26% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population8,347
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,231
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.4%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+98.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population8,347
Population Density222 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates47.8667°, 21.1167°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceHajdú-Bihar
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (538 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Polgár a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Polgár 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. Polgár offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% 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%. 98.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Polgár experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Polgár has a population of 8,347 with a density of 222 people per square mile, spread across 37.6 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,347
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
37.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Polgár vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Polgár vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Polgár is N/A. Per capita income is $22,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Polgár vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
26% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Polgár, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 29.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.4%
110% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Polgár experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.2 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area37.6 sq mi (97.5 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates47.8667°N, 21.1167°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in
March 42°F (5°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 2.3 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in

Polgár has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 29°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.1").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+98.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area37.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Polgár

What is the population of Polgár?

Polgár has a population of 8,347 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 222 people per square mile, spread across 37.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Polgár expensive to live in?

Polgár is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Polgár?

Polgár has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Polgár?

Polgár has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Polgár?

28.0% of adults in Polgár hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Polgár?

The obesity rate in Polgár is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.4% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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