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

Population20,286

Median Age45.2 yrs

Density420/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 Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI98 (Moderate)

Rain25.7 in/yr

Sunny Days289/yr

Elevation2,461 ft (750 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband80.4%

Population	20,286
Population Density	420 / sq mi
Elevation	2,461 ft (750 m)
Coordinates	42.0275°, 23.9916°
Timezone	Europe/Sofia
Country	🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / Province	Pazardzhik
Average Temperature	45°F (7°C)
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.7 inches (653 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.4 inches (19 cm)
Median Age	45.2 years

Is Velingrad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Velingrad 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. Velingrad 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

Velingrad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches, including 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Velingrad has a population of 20,286 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,286

Total Population

420

People / sq mi

45.2yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

48.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Velingrad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Velingrad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Velingrad 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: Velingrad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	2% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Velingrad, 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: Velingrad vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.6%
	36% below US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
High Blood Pressure	45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	38.1%
	172% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.5%
Physical Inactivity	73.3%
Depression	6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.0%

Food & Exercise

Velingrad has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 289 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.7 inches
	32% below US avg
Snowfall	7.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	98.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	51.4%

Geography

Elevation	2,461 ft (750 m)
Area	48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²)
Population Density	420/sq mi
Coordinates	42.0275°N, 23.9916°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Density	420/sq mi
Total Area	48.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Velingrad, Bulgaria

People

Economy

Health

Climate

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Community

Is Velingrad a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Velingrad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Velingrad vs U.S. Average

Income: Velingrad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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