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Rudozem, Bulgaria
Smolyan · Bulgaria
Rudozem is a small town in Smolyan, Bulgaria with a population of 3,783. Elevation: 2,274 ft (693 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Rudozem
Rudozem is a town in southern Bulgaria, near the Greek border, located in the Rhodope Mountains, where the Elhovo and Chepino rivers flow into the Arda, and is part of Smolyan Province. It is the administrative centre of the homonymous Rudozem Municipality. As of December 2009, the town had a population of 3,583.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,783 |
| Population Density | 267 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,274 ft (693 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.4875°, 24.8495° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Smolyan |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4 inches (644 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.3 inches (11 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,604 |
About Rudozem
Rudozem is a small town in Bulgaria (Smolyan) with a population of 3,783. The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet (693 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Rudozem vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,604 |
| 77% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 189 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,274 ft (693 m) |
| Area | 14.2 sq mi (36.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4875°N, 24.8495°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | NORTH AEGEAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 161 | 136 km |
| 1893 | SAMOTHRACE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 1 | 123 km |
| 2014 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 3 | 141 km |
| 1585 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Rudozem has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 33°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and September the driest (1.3").
Schools in Rudozem
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ОУ "Св.Св. Кирил и Методий" | — | — | — | — |
| ОУ "Христо Ботев" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rudozem
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Γλέντι 101.1 (GR) | folk, greek | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Ερωτικός 103 (GR) | greek music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Xanthi Dee Jay 94.6 (GR) | electronic, hiphop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 106 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Όμορφη Πόλη 89.9 (GR) | greek music, news | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ιερά Μητρόπολη Ξάνθης (GR) | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Underground GR (GR) | student radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Virus 105.5 (GR) | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Goal 105.1 (GR) | pop, sports news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Kral 100 (GR) | pop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Glenti FM (GR) | greek music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Play 91.5 Fm Stereo (Gr Xanthi) (GR) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rudozem
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzey Laslo Nagi | ||||
| Етнографски музей | ||||
| Исторически музей | ||||
| Кристална зала | ||||
| Музей "Килийно училище" | ||||
| Музей минно дело и рудодобив | ||||
| Музей на гайдата | ||||
| Музей на пощите и съобщенията | ||||
| Музей на родопския карст | ||||
| Регионален исторически музей "Стою Шишков" | ||||
| Римска баня II век |
Libraries in Rudozem
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| България | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rudozem
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rudozem
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rudozem
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rudozem
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rudozem
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamporovo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chepelare | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ски Копривки | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| писта х. "Здравец" - малка | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| писта х. "Здравец" - голяма | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Rudozem
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport | KVA | Large Airport |
| Plovdiv International Airport | PDV | Large Airport |
| Air Belozem Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Asenovgrad Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Belozem SSA Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gorski Izvor Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Komotini Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pishtigovo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tsalapitsa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Xanthi Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rudozem
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Еконт |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rudozem
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chepintsi Grand Mosque | |
| Джамия | |
| Джамия | |
| Джамия | |
| Джамия | |
| Джамия | |
| Джамия | |
| Параклис "Свети Георги" | |
| храм Въведение Богородично |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Rudozem?
Rudozem has a population of 3,783 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 267 people per square mile, spread across 14.2 square miles.
Is Rudozem expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,604, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Rudozem?
Rudozem has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Rudozem?
There are 189 business establishments in the area.