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Skobelevo, Bulgaria

Stara Zagora · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Skobelevo is a small town in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria with a population of 614. Elevation: 1,686 ft (514 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
614 Population
1,686 ft Elevation 514 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population614
Median Age45.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population614
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Coordinates42.6797°, 25.1975°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceStara Zagora
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (681 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Skobelevo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skobelevo 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. Skobelevo 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

Skobelevo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Skobelevo has a population of 614. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 24.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

614
Total Population
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Skobelevo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skobelevo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skobelevo is N/A. Per capita income is $15,853 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 41.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Skobelevo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
2% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Skobelevo, 20.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.2% have high blood pressure. 38.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.5% report binge drinking. 73.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.6%
36% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
High Blood Pressure45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking38.1%
172% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.5%
Physical Inactivity73.3%
Depression6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Skobelevo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,686 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Coordinates42.6797°N, 25.1975°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 80.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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