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Svilengrad, Bulgaria

Haskovo · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Svilengrad is a small city in Haskovo, Bulgaria with a population of 16,959. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,959 Population 551/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
22.8 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

Population16,959
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density551/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population16,959
Population Density551 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates41.7684°, 26.1978°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceHaskovo
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (578 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Svilengrad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Svilengrad 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. Svilengrad 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

Svilengrad experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Svilengrad has a population of 16,959 with a density of 551 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,959
Total Population
551
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
30.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Svilengrad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Svilengrad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Svilengrad 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: Svilengrad 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 Svilengrad, 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: Svilengrad 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

Svilengrad has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area30.8 sq mi (79.7 km²)
Population Density551/sq mi
Coordinates41.7684°N, 26.1978°W
TimezoneEurope/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 Density551/sq mi
Total Area30.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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