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Zalaegerszeg, Hungary

Zala County · 🇭🇺 Hungary

Zalaegerszeg is a mid-size city in Zala County, Hungary with a population of 61,898. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
61,898 Population 1,565/sq mi density
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.1 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

Population61,898
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1,565/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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI161 (Unhealthy)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population61,898
Population Density1,565 / sq mi
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates46.8370°, 16.8440°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceZala County
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation26.1 inches (664 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)
Median Age43.6 years

Is Zalaegerszeg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zalaegerszeg 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. Zalaegerszeg 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

Zalaegerszeg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 161.

Zalaegerszeg has a population of 61,898 with a density of 1,565 people per square mile, spread across 39.5 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

61,898
Total Population
1,565
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
39.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Zalaegerszeg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zalaegerszeg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zalaegerszeg 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: Zalaegerszeg 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 Zalaegerszeg, 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: Zalaegerszeg 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

Zalaegerszeg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 289 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 26.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 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 548 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median161.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.0%

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area39.5 sq mi (102.4 km²)
Population Density1,565/sq mi
Coordinates46.8370°N, 16.8440°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in

Zalaegerszeg has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") 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 Density1,565/sq mi
Total Area39.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zalaegerszeg

What is the population of Zalaegerszeg?

Zalaegerszeg has a population of 61,898 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 1,565 people per square mile, spread across 39.5 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 Zalaegerszeg expensive to live in?

Zalaegerszeg 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 Zalaegerszeg?

Zalaegerszeg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 161.

How is the job market in Zalaegerszeg?

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

How are the schools in Zalaegerszeg?

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

How healthy is Zalaegerszeg?

The obesity rate in Zalaegerszeg 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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