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Prachatice, Czechia

Jihočeský kraj · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Prachatice is a small city in Jihočeský kraj, Czechia with a population of 11,119. Elevation: 1,841 ft (561 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,119 Population
1,841 ft Elevation 561 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Prague Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
21% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population11,119
Median Age43.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,762
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,841 ft (561 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population11,119
Elevation1,841 ft (561 m)
Coordinates49.0129°, 13.9975°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceJihočeský kraj
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (929 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Prachatice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prachatice receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Prachatice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Prachatice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Prachatice has a population of 11,119. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,119
Total Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Prachatice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Prachatice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prachatice is N/A. Per capita income is $31,762 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 55.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Prachatice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
21% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Prachatice, 26.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 41.6% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.7% report binge drinking. 77.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity77.4%
Depression16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Prachatice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,841 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation1,841 ft (561 m)
Coordinates49.0129°N, 13.9975°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 62°F (16°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.5 in

Prachatice has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Prachatice

What is the population of Prachatice?

Prachatice has a population of 11,119 residents and is located in Czechia.. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Prachatice expensive to live in?

Prachatice is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Prachatice?

Prachatice has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 25.

How is the job market in Prachatice?

The job market in Prachatice is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Prachatice?

35.0% of adults in Prachatice hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Prachatice?

The obesity rate in Prachatice is 26.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 77.4% are physically inactive. 16.3% of residents report depression.

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