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Velagići, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Federation of B&H · 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Velagići is a small town in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 4,972. Elevation: 1,148 ft (350 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
4,972 Population
1,148 ft Elevation 350 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
42.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sarajevo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
207% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population4,972
Median Age43.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,663
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking35.4%
Depression9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI184 (Unhealthy)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.4%
Population4,972
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Coordinates44.5562°, 16.7335°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceFederation of B&H
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,068 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Velagići a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Velagići receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Velagići has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Velagići experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184.

Velagići has a population of 4,972. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 23.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,972
Total Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Velagići vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Velagići vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Velagići is N/A. Per capita income is $8,663 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Velagići vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
207% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Velagići, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.2% have high blood pressure. 35.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 9.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure44.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking35.4%
153% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Velagići experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 7% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,148 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall9.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median184.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %7.4%

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Coordinates44.5562°N, 16.7335°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.6 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in

Velagići has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 32°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.7").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Velagići

What is the population of Velagići?

Velagići has a population of 4,972 residents and is located in Bosnia and Herzegovina.. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Velagići expensive to live in?

Velagići is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Velagići?

Velagići has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184.

How is the job market in Velagići?

The job market in Velagići faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Velagići?

15.0% of adults in Velagići hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Velagići?

The obesity rate in Velagići is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 35.4% of adults are smokers. 9.5% of residents report depression.

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