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Rožaje, Montenegro

Rožaje Municipality · 🇲🇪 Montenegro

Rožaje is a small city in Rožaje Municipality, Montenegro with a population of 9,121. Elevation: 3,547 ft (1,081 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,121 Population 55/sq mi density
3,547 ft Elevation 1,081 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Podgorica Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.0%
44% lower than US avg

People

Population9,121
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,260
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity18.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking37.7%
Depression14.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI170 (Unhealthy)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation3,547 ft (1,081 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.8%
Population9,121
Population Density55 / sq mi
Elevation3,547 ft (1,081 m)
Coordinates42.8330°, 20.1665°
TimezoneEurope/Podgorica
Country🇲🇪 Montenegro
State / ProvinceRožaje Municipality
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (995 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.4 inches (42 cm)
Median Age39.4 years

Is Rožaje a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rožaje receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Rožaje has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rožaje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170.

Rožaje has a population of 9,121 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 166.8 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,121
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
166.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rožaje vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rožaje vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rožaje is N/A. Per capita income is $12,260 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 55, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rožaje vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,260

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rožaje, 18.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.1% have high blood pressure. 37.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.0% report binge drinking. 14.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.0%
44% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure45.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.7%
169% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.0%
Depression14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Rožaje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.2 inches. The area receives 16.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 170 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 13% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,547 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall16.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median170.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %12.6%

Geography

Elevation3,547 ft (1,081 m)
Area166.8 sq mi (432.0 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates42.8330°N, 20.1665°W
TimezoneEurope/Podgorica

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.6 in

Rožaje has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 25°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.8").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 89.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area166.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rožaje

What is the population of Rožaje?

Rožaje has a population of 9,121 residents and is located in Montenegro. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 166.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Rožaje expensive to live in?

Rožaje is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rožaje?

Rožaje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 170.

How are the schools in Rožaje?

22.0% of adults in Rožaje hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Rožaje?

The obesity rate in Rožaje is 18.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 37.7% of adults are smokers. 14.1% of residents report depression.

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