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

Population72,342

Median Age45.2 yrs

Density1,374/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 Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI98 (Moderate)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days295/yr

Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband80.4%

Population	72,342
Population Density	1,374 / sq mi
Elevation	778 ft (237 m)
Coordinates	43.2706°, 26.9229°
Timezone	Europe/Sofia
Country	🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / Province	Shumen
Average Temperature	52°F (11°C)
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	22.5 inches (572 mm)
Annual Snowfall	3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Age	45.2 years

Is Shumen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shumen 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. Shumen 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

Shumen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Shumen has a population of 72,342 with a density of 1,374 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

72,342

Total Population

1,374

People / sq mi

45.2yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

52.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shumen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Shumen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shumen 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: Shumen 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 Shumen, 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: Shumen 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

Shumen has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	51.7°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	98.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	51.4%

Geography

Elevation	778 ft (237 m)
Area	52.7 sq mi (136.4 km²)
Population Density	1,374/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2706°N, 26.9229°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	1,374/sq mi
Total Area	52.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Shumen, Bulgaria

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Is Shumen a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shumen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shumen vs U.S. Average

Income: Shumen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Shumen 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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