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Satovcha, Bulgaria

Blagoevgrad · Bulgaria

Satovcha is a small town in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 2,382. Elevation: 3,261 ft (994 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,382 Population 111/sq mi density
3,261 ft Elevation 994 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$11,124 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$11,124 median income

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About Satovcha

Satovcha is a village in Southwestern Bulgaria. It is the administrative center of the Satovcha Municipality in Blagoevgrad Province.

People

Population2,382
Density111/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$11,124

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Population2,382
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Coordinates41.6167°, 23.9833°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceBlagoevgrad
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$11,124

About Satovcha

Satovcha is a small town in Bulgaria (Blagoevgrad) with a population of 2,382. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet (994 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Satovcha is $11,124, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 119 business establishments.

Income: Satovcha vs Bulgaria

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Income

Median HH Income$11,124
85% below Bulgaria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)119

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Satovcha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below Bulgaria avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Area21.4 sq mi (55.4 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates41.6167°N, 23.9833°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 5.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.40"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,009 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 142 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 120 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 111 km
Jan 2, 2018 2 km N of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.9 103 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 142 km
Sep 22, 2024 10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece M4.8 144 km
May 24, 2009 9 km W of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.8 111 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 90 km
Dec 11, 1998 7 km NW of Chirpan, Bulgaria M4.7 128 km
May 3, 1995 11 km N of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.7 117 km
Aug 8, 2010 7 km N of Arnaía, Greece M4.6 123 km
Feb 20, 2006 16 km ENE of Kardzhali, Bulgaria M4.6 130 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 86 km
Feb 13, 1995 1 km SW of Géfyra, Greece M4.6 148 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 139 km
May 3, 1995 10 km NNE of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.6 118 km
Jan 31, 1990 1 km NNW of Kuklis, North Macedonia M4.6 112 km
Oct 29, 2003 2 km NNW of Néa Magnisía, Greece M4.6 140 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 133 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 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 161 124 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake - 5 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in Driest
October 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
December 35°F (1°C) 2.2 in

Satovcha has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 32°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and September the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Satovcha

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Св. Св. Кирил и Методий - - - -
OU "Svetlina" - - - -
Secondary School Hristo Smirnenski - - - -
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Radio Stations near Satovcha

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ble 93 (GR) - MP3 160 kbps
Ράδιο Δράμα 99.1 (GR) - MP3 192 kbps
Τεριρέμ (GR) orthodox christian MP3 128 kbps
Δίαυλος 93 (GR) greek pop, mainstream MP3 320 kbps
Ρυθμός 96.8 (GR) greek pop MP3 224 kbps
Alpha News Δράμα (GR) greek, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Satovcha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nikopolis ad Nestum
Музей "Скребатно"

Libraries in Satovcha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

Hotels in Satovcha

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Естел
Прав Камен

Restaurants in Satovcha

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Белите брези
Валентино
Кристал-88

Cafes in Satovcha

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Кристал
Механа Кочан

Monuments in Satovcha

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Войнишки паметник
Войнишки паметник
Остен Унден

Castles in Satovcha

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Късноантична крепост
Средновековна крепост Извора
Тракийска крепост Мараша
Тракийска крепост Падибога

Theme Parks in Satovcha

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Градище

Clinics in Satovcha

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Здравна служба

Dentists in Satovcha

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BG #12913286758

Veterinaries in Satovcha

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BG #1394145362

Gas Stations in Satovcha

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dospatles Oil
Kibi Exim
Lukoil
Visil
VS Oil

Stadiums & Teams in Satovcha

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Satovcha

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Lailias Ski Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pamporovo 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chepelare 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bansko Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bansko 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Satovcha

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kavala Alexander the Great International AirportKVALarge Airport
Graf Ignatievo Air Base-Medium Airport
Dolna Banya Airfield-Small Airport
Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia Airfield-Small Airport
Maritsa Airfield-Small Airport
Nedelevo Airstrip-Small Airport
Pishtigovo Airstrip-Small Airport
Serres Emmanuel Pappas Airfield-Small Airport
Serres-Chortero Airfield-Small Airport
Sitagroi Airstrip-Small Airport
Tsalapitsa Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Satovcha

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque Sultan Bayazid
Джамия
Джамия
Джамия
Джамия
Св. Неделя
Св. Никола

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
1,029 m (3,376 ft)
Area
55.4 km² (21.4 mi²)
Postal Code
2950

🇧🇬 About Bulgaria

Capital Sofia
Population 7,000,039
Area 110,910 km²
GDP (USD) $102,199,231,385
GDP per capita $15,853
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 75.7 years
Internet users 80.4%
Urban population 73.7%
Currency BGN (Lev)
Languages Bulgarian
Calling code +359
TLD .bg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bulgaria

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Нова година
Jan 2 Currency change day Ден на валутната смяна
Mar 3 Liberation Day Ден на oсвобождението на България от Oсманско робство
Apr 10 Good Friday Разпети петък
Apr 11 Holy Saturday Велика събота
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Великден
Apr 13 Easter Monday Велики понеделник
May 1 International Workers' Day Ден на труда и на международната работническа солидарност
May 6 Saint George's Day Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия
May 25 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Ден на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост
Sep 7 Unification Day Ден на съединението
Sep 22 Independence Day Ден на независимостта на България
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Бъдни вечер
Dec 25 Christmas Day Рождество Христово
Dec 26 Second day of Christmas Рождество Христово

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Frequently Asked Questions About Satovcha

What is the population of Satovcha?

Satovcha has a population of 2,382 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 21.4 square miles.

Is Satovcha expensive to live in?

The median household income is $11,124, 85% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Satovcha?

Satovcha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Satovcha?

There are 119 business establishments in the area.

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