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Rakitovec, Croatia

Zagreb County · 🇭🇷 Croatia

Rakitovec is a small town in Zagreb County, Croatia with a population of 558. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
558 Population 121/sq mi density
335 ft Elevation 102 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
46.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zagreb 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 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population558
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,184
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.3%

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.5%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation335 ft (102 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.2%
Population558
Population Density121 / sq mi
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates45.6589°, 16.1406°
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
Country🇭🇷 Croatia
State / ProvinceZagreb County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,187 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.4 inches (44 cm)
Median Age44.3 years

Is Rakitovec a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.3% 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

Rakitovec experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Rakitovec has a population of 558 with a density of 121 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. 24.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

558
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rakitovec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rakitovec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rakitovec is N/A. Per capita income is $22,184 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rakitovec vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rakitovec, 30.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 34.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 76.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.5%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity76.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Rakitovec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 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 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.1%

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates45.6589°N, 16.1406°W
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 36°F (2°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.6 in
December 35°F (1°C) 2.7 in Coldest

Rakitovec has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 35°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").

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. 83.2% 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 Density121/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rakitovec

What is the population of Rakitovec?

Rakitovec has a population of 558 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Rakitovec expensive to live in?

Rakitovec is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rakitovec?

Rakitovec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Rakitovec?

The unemployment rate in Rakitovec is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Rakitovec?

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

How healthy is Rakitovec?

The obesity rate in Rakitovec is 30.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 34.5% of adults are smokers. 76.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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