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Skalica, Slovakia

Trnava Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Skalica is a small city in Trnava Region, Slovakia with a population of 15,466. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
15,466 Population 668/sq mi density
587 ft Elevation 179 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bratislava 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 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
49% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population15,466
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density668/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,615
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.2%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population15,466
Population Density668 / sq mi
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates48.8449°, 17.2264°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceTrnava Region
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.2 inches (64 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Skalica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skalica 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Skalica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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

Skalica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Skalica has a population of 15,466 with a density of 668 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 22.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,466
Total Population
668
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
23.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Skalica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skalica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skalica is N/A. Per capita income is $24,615 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 54, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Skalica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
49% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Skalica, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 42.7% have high blood pressure. 29.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 71.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.2%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity71.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Skalica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. The area receives 25.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Area23.2 sq mi (60.0 km²)
Population Density668/sq mi
Coordinates48.8449°N, 17.2264°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Skalica has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 32°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.1").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density668/sq mi
Total Area23.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Skalica

What is the population of Skalica?

Skalica has a population of 15,466 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 668 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Skalica expensive to live in?

Skalica is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Skalica?

Skalica has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches, with 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Skalica?

The unemployment rate in Skalica is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Skalica?

28.0% of adults in Skalica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Skalica?

The obesity rate in Skalica is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.2% of adults are smokers. 71.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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