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Šalka Vas, Slovenia

Municipality of Kočevje · 🇸🇮 Slovenia

Šalka Vas is a small town in Municipality of Kočevje, Slovenia with a population of 758. Elevation: 1,549 ft (472 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
758 Population 1,184/sq mi density
1,549 ft Elevation 472 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
55.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Ljubljana Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.4%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
12% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population758
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,184/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,660
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity19.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression21.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.4%
Population758
Population Density1,184 / sq mi
Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)
Coordinates45.6533°, 14.8825°
TimezoneEurope/Ljubljana
Country🇸🇮 Slovenia
State / ProvinceMunicipality of Kočevje
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,408 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.9 inches (28 cm)
Median Age44.1 years

Is Šalka Vas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Šalka Vas receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Šalka Vas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Šalka Vas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Šalka Vas has a population of 758 with a density of 1,184 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.3% male. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

758
Total Population
1,184
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Šalka Vas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Šalka Vas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Šalka Vas is N/A. Per capita income is $32,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Šalka Vas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
12% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Šalka Vas, 19.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.3% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 80.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.4% report depression.

Health Metrics: Šalka Vas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.4%
39% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure45.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity80.0%
Depression21.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Šalka Vas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,549 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.4 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.7%

Geography

Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,184/sq mi
Coordinates45.6533°N, 14.8825°W
TimezoneEurope/Ljubljana

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 3.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 4.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 5.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
September 56°F (13°C) 5.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.1 in
November 39°F (4°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 31°F (-0°C) 4.5 in

Šalka Vas has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (3.1").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,184/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Šalka Vas

What is the population of Šalka Vas?

Šalka Vas has a population of 758 residents and is located in Slovenia. The population density is 1,184 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.3% male.

Is Šalka Vas expensive to live in?

Šalka Vas is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Šalka Vas?

Šalka Vas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches, with 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Šalka Vas?

Šalka Vas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Šalka Vas?

35.0% of adults in Šalka Vas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Šalka Vas?

The obesity rate in Šalka Vas is 19.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 80.0% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression.

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