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Valjevo, Serbia

Central Serbia · 🇷🇸 Serbia

Valjevo is a mid-size city in Central Serbia, Serbia with a population of 61,035. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
61,035 Population 175/sq mi density
591 ft Elevation 180 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Belgrade 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 22.5%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
98% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

People

Population61,035
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,282
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty2.0%

Health

Obesity22.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking39.7%
Depression15.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.4%
Population61,035
Population Density175 / sq mi
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Coordinates44.2751°, 19.8982°
TimezoneEurope/Belgrade
Country🇷🇸 Serbia
State / ProvinceCentral Serbia
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (813 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Valjevo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valjevo receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Valjevo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.0% 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

Valjevo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Valjevo has a population of 61,035 with a density of 175 people per square mile, spread across 349.4 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.6% female and 47.4% male. 22.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

61,035
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
349.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Valjevo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Valjevo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valjevo is N/A. Per capita income is $12,282 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 41.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Valjevo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,282

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
98% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Valjevo, 22.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 46.1% have high blood pressure. 39.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.0% report binge drinking. 15.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.5%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure46.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking39.7%
184% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.0%
Depression15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Valjevo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°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 32.0 inches. The area receives 6.0 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 591 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area349.4 sq mi (905.0 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates44.2751°N, 19.8982°W
TimezoneEurope/Belgrade

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.3 in

Valjevo has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 32°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.8").

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. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density175/sq mi
Total Area349.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Valjevo

What is the population of Valjevo?

Valjevo has a population of 61,035 residents and is located in Serbia. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 349.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.6% female and 47.4% male.

Is Valjevo expensive to live in?

Valjevo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 41.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Valjevo?

Valjevo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Valjevo?

The unemployment rate in Valjevo is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Valjevo?

22.0% of adults in Valjevo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Valjevo?

The obesity rate in Valjevo is 22.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 39.7% of adults are smokers. 15.0% of residents report depression.

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