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Smižany, Slovakia

Košice Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Smižany is a small city in Košice Region, Slovakia with a population of 9,023. Elevation: 1,581 ft (482 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
9,023 Population 51/sq mi density
1,581 ft Elevation 482 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
26.7 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

Population9,023
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density51/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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population9,023
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Coordinates48.9545°, 20.5234°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceKošice Region
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.0 inches (18 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Smižany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smižany 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. Smižany 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

Smižany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Smižany has a population of 9,023 with a density of 51 people per square mile, spread across 176.5 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

9,023
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
176.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Smižany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Smižany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smižany 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: Smižany 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 Smižany, 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: Smižany 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

Smižany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. 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 1,581 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Area176.5 sq mi (457.0 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates48.9545°N, 20.5234°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 28°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in
December 28°F (-3°C) 1.5 in

Smižany has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") 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 Density51/sq mi
Total Area176.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Smižany

What is the population of Smižany?

Smižany has a population of 9,023 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 176.5 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 Smižany expensive to live in?

Smižany 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 Smižany?

Smižany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Smižany?

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

How are the schools in Smižany?

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

How healthy is Smižany?

The obesity rate in Smižany 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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