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Ružomberok, Slovakia

Žilina Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Ružomberok is a small city in Žilina Region, Slovakia with a population of 26,671. Elevation: 1,578 ft (481 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
26,671 Population 545/sq mi density
1,578 ft Elevation 481 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
38.7 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

Population26,671
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density545/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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation1,578 ft (481 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population26,671
Population Density545 / sq mi
Elevation1,578 ft (481 m)
Coordinates49.0748°, 19.3075°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceŽilina Region
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.7 inches (983 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.2 inches (33 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Ružomberok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ružomberok 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. Ružomberok 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

Ružomberok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Ružomberok has a population of 26,671 with a density of 545 people per square mile, spread across 48.9 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

26,671
Total Population
545
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
48.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ružomberok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ružomberok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ružomberok 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: Ružomberok 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 Ružomberok, 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: Ružomberok 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

Ružomberok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.7 inches. The area receives 13.2 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 1,578 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,578 ft (481 m)
Area48.9 sq mi (126.7 km²)
Population Density545/sq mi
Coordinates49.0748°N, 19.3075°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in Wettest
July 58°F (15°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.0 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.9 in

Ružomberok has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 24°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.3").

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 Density545/sq mi
Total Area48.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ružomberok

What is the population of Ružomberok?

Ružomberok has a population of 26,671 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 545 people per square mile, spread across 48.9 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 Ružomberok expensive to live in?

Ružomberok 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 Ružomberok?

Ružomberok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Ružomberok?

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

How are the schools in Ružomberok?

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

How healthy is Ružomberok?

The obesity rate in Ružomberok 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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