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Rakovec, Croatia

Zagreb County · 🇭🇷 Croatia

Rakovec is a small town in Zagreb County, Croatia with a population of 226. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 17/sq mi density
449 ft Elevation 137 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
43.3 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

Population226
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density17/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)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.2%
Population226
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Coordinates45.9323°, 16.3154°
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
Country🇭🇷 Croatia
State / ProvinceZagreb County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation43.3 inches (1,099 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Age44.3 years

Is Rakovec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rakovec 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. Rakovec 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

Rakovec experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°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 43.3 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Rakovec has a population of 226 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 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

226
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rakovec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rakovec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rakovec 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: Rakovec 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 Rakovec, 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: Rakovec 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

Rakovec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°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 43.3 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. 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 449 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.1%

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (34.9 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates45.9323°N, 16.3154°W
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Rakovec has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 34°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.8").

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 Density17/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rakovec

What is the population of Rakovec?

Rakovec has a population of 226 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 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 Rakovec expensive to live in?

Rakovec 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 Rakovec?

Rakovec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°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 43.3 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Rakovec?

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

How are the schools in Rakovec?

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

How healthy is Rakovec?

The obesity rate in Rakovec 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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