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Rožňava, Slovakia

Košice Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Rožňava is a small city in Košice Region, Slovakia with a population of 17,122. Elevation: 1,043 ft (318 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
17,122 Population 972/sq mi density
1,043 ft Elevation 318 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
23.1 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

Population17,122
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density972/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population17,122
Population Density972 / sq mi
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Coordinates48.6601°, 20.5376°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceKošice Region
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation23.1 inches (586 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Rožňava a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rožňava 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. Rožňava 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

Rožňava experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Rožňava has a population of 17,122 with a density of 972 people per square mile, spread across 17.6 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

17,122
Total Population
972
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
17.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rožňava vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rožňava vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rožňava 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: Rožňava 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 Rožňava, 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: Rožňava 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

Rožňava experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 1,043 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area17.6 sq mi (45.6 km²)
Population Density972/sq mi
Coordinates48.6601°N, 20.5376°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in

Rožňava has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 27°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.9").

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 Density972/sq mi
Total Area17.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rožňava

What is the population of Rožňava?

Rožňava has a population of 17,122 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 972 people per square mile, spread across 17.6 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 Rožňava expensive to live in?

Rožňava 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 Rožňava?

Rožňava has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Rožňava?

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

How are the schools in Rožňava?

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

How healthy is Rožňava?

The obesity rate in Rožňava 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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