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Telgárt, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Telgárt is a small town in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 1,506. Elevation: 2,907 ft (886 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,506 Population 70/sq mi density
2,907 ft Elevation 886 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
31.8 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

Population1,506
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density70/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,907 ft (886 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population1,506
Population Density70 / sq mi
Elevation2,907 ft (886 m)
Coordinates48.8516°, 20.1885°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Telgárt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Telgárt 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. Telgárt 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

Telgárt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Telgárt has a population of 1,506 with a density of 70 people per square mile, spread across 21.6 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

1,506
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
21.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Telgárt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Telgárt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Telgárt 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: Telgárt 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 Telgárt, 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: Telgárt 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

Telgárt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. The area receives 7.9 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 2,907 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation2,907 ft (886 m)
Area21.6 sq mi (56.0 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates48.8516°N, 20.1885°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.7 in

Telgárt has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 24°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.3").

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 Density70/sq mi
Total Area21.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Telgárt

What is the population of Telgárt?

Telgárt has a population of 1,506 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 21.6 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 Telgárt expensive to live in?

Telgárt 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 Telgárt?

Telgárt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Telgárt?

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

How are the schools in Telgárt?

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

How healthy is Telgárt?

The obesity rate in Telgárt 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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