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Yakoruda, Bulgaria

Blagoevgrad · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Yakoruda is a small city in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 6,008. Elevation: 3,373 ft (1,028 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,008 Population 61/sq mi density
3,373 ft Elevation 1,028 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia 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 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

Population6,008
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density61/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI98 (Moderate)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation3,373 ft (1,028 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.4%
Population6,008
Population Density61 / sq mi
Elevation3,373 ft (1,028 m)
Coordinates42.0253°, 23.6842°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceBlagoevgrad
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (680 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.0 inches (25 cm)
Median Age45.2 years

Is Yakoruda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yakoruda 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. Yakoruda 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

Yakoruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98.

Yakoruda has a population of 6,008 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 24.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,008
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
98.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yakoruda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yakoruda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yakoruda is N/A. Per capita income is $15,853 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 41.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Yakoruda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
2% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living41.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Yakoruda, 20.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 45.2% have high blood pressure. 38.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.5% report binge drinking. 73.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.6%
36% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
High Blood Pressure45.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking38.1%
172% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.5%
Physical Inactivity73.3%
Depression6.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%

Food & Exercise

Yakoruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 98 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 51% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,373 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median98.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %51.4%

Geography

Elevation3,373 ft (1,028 m)
Area98.1 sq mi (254.0 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates42.0253°N, 23.6842°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 2.0 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 2.1 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in Driest
November 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in

Yakoruda has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 25°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and October the driest (1.6").

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. 80.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density61/sq mi
Total Area98.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yakoruda

What is the population of Yakoruda?

Yakoruda has a population of 6,008 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Yakoruda expensive to live in?

Yakoruda is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 41.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Yakoruda?

Yakoruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 98.

How is the job market in Yakoruda?

Yakoruda has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Yakoruda?

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

How healthy is Yakoruda?

The obesity rate in Yakoruda is 20.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 38.1% of adults are smokers. 73.3% are physically inactive. 6.3% of residents report depression.

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