Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 20.6%

36% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

2% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

People

Population1,604

Median Age45.2 yrs

Density109/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$15,853

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity20.6%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking38.1%

Depression6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI98 (Moderate)

Rain27.0 in/yr

Sunny Days287/yr

Elevation2,224 ft (678 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband80.4%

Population	1,604
Population Density	109 / sq mi
Elevation	2,224 ft (678 m)
Coordinates	42.7117°, 25.3353°
Timezone	Europe/Sofia
Country	🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / Province	Stara Zagora
Average Temperature	47°F (8°C)
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	27.0 inches (686 mm)
Annual Snowfall	5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age	45.2 years

Is Shipka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shipka receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Shipka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shipka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Shipka has a population of 1,604 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,604

Total Population

109

People / sq mi

45.2yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

14.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shipka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Shipka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shipka is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Shipka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	2% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shipka, 20.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 38.1% are current smokers. 6.3% report depression. 73.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.6%
	36% below US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
High Blood Pressure	45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	38.1%
	172% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.5%
Physical Inactivity	73.3%
Depression	6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.0%

Food & Exercise

Shipka has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	47.2°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.0 inches
	29% below US avg
Snowfall	5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	98.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	51.4%

Geography

Elevation	2,224 ft (678 m)
Area	14.7 sq mi (38.0 km²)
Population Density	109/sq mi
Coordinates	42.7117°N, 25.3353°W
Timezone	Europe/Sofia

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	95.0%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	109/sq mi
Total Area	14.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Shipka, Bulgaria

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Economy

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Is Shipka a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shipka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shipka vs U.S. Average

Income: Shipka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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