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Újkígyós, Hungary

Bekes County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Újkígyós is a small city in Bekes County, Hungary with a population of 5,602. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,602 Population 264/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Budapest 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 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
26% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population5,602
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density264/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,231
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.4%
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+98.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population5,602
Population Density264 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates46.5833°, 21.0333°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceBekes County
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (549 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Újkígyós a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Újkígyós 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. Újkígyós offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% 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%. 98.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Újkígyós experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Újkígyós has a population of 5,602 with a density of 264 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,602
Total Population
264
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
21.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Újkígyós vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Újkígyós vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Újkígyós is N/A. Per capita income is $22,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Újkígyós vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
26% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Újkígyós, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 29.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.0% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.4%
110% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Újkígyós experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area21.2 sq mi (54.9 km²)
Population Density264/sq mi
Coordinates46.5833°N, 21.0333°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 62°F (16°C) 2.3 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in
August 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.7 in

Újkígyós has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 30°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") 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%. 98.9% have completed high school. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+98.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density264/sq mi
Total Area21.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Újkígyós

What is the population of Újkígyós?

Újkígyós has a population of 5,602 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Újkígyós expensive to live in?

Újkígyós is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Újkígyós?

Újkígyós has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Újkígyós?

Újkígyós has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Újkígyós?

28.0% of adults in Újkígyós hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Újkígyós?

The obesity rate in Újkígyós is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.4% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression.

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