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Samobor, Croatia

Zagreb County · 🇭🇷 Croatia

Samobor is a small city in Zagreb County, Croatia with a population of 16,911. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
16,911 Population 2,638/sq mi density
502 ft Elevation 153 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zagreb 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 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population16,911
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density2,638/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,184
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.3%

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.5%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation502 ft (153 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.2%
Population16,911
Population Density2,638 / sq mi
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Coordinates45.8031°, 15.7181°
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
Country🇭🇷 Croatia
State / ProvinceZagreb County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,265 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.8 inches (45 cm)
Median Age44.3 years

Is Samobor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samobor 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. Samobor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.3% 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

Samobor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 17.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Samobor has a population of 16,911 with a density of 2,638 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,911
Total Population
2,638
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Samobor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Samobor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samobor is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Samobor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Samobor, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 76.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.5%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity76.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Samobor has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall17.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.1%

Geography

Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density2,638/sq mi
Coordinates45.8031°N, 15.7181°W
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density2,638/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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