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Poltár, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Poltár is a small city in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 5,178. Elevation: 807 ft (246 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,178 Population 439/sq mi density
807 ft Elevation 246 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
22.3 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

Population5,178
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density439/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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population5,178
Population Density439 / sq mi
Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Coordinates48.4309°, 19.7941°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (566 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Poltár a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poltár 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. Poltár 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

Poltár experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Poltár has a population of 5,178 with a density of 439 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 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

5,178
Total Population
439
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
11.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Poltár vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Poltár vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poltár 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: Poltár 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 Poltár, 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: Poltár 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

Poltár experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 807 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.5 km²)
Population Density439/sq mi
Coordinates48.4309°N, 19.7941°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Poltár has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.0").

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 Density439/sq mi
Total Area11.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Poltár

What is the population of Poltár?

Poltár has a population of 5,178 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 439 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 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 Poltár expensive to live in?

Poltár 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 Poltár?

Poltár has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Poltár?

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

How are the schools in Poltár?

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

How healthy is Poltár?

The obesity rate in Poltár 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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