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Žarnovica, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Žarnovica is a small city in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 5,699. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,699 Population 485/sq mi density
755 ft Elevation 230 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bratislava 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 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
49% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population5,699
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,615
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking29.2%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation755 ft (230 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population5,699
Population Density485 / sq mi
Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Coordinates48.4812°, 18.7157°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Žarnovica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Žarnovica 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Žarnovica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Žarnovica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Žarnovica has a population of 5,699 with a density of 485 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 22.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,699
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
11.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Žarnovica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Žarnovica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Žarnovica is N/A. Per capita income is $24,615 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 54, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Žarnovica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
49% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Žarnovica, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 42.7% have high blood pressure. 29.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 71.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.2%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity71.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Žarnovica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates48.4812°N, 18.7157°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in

Žarnovica has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 28°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.6").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area11.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Žarnovica

What is the population of Žarnovica?

Žarnovica has a population of 5,699 residents and is located in Slovakia. The population density is 485 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Žarnovica expensive to live in?

Žarnovica is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Žarnovica?

Žarnovica has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Žarnovica?

The unemployment rate in Žarnovica is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Žarnovica?

28.0% of adults in Žarnovica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Žarnovica?

The obesity rate in Žarnovica is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 29.2% of adults are smokers. 71.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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