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Zaton, Croatia

Šibenik-Knin · 🇭🇷 Croatia

Zaton is a small town in Šibenik-Knin, Croatia with a population of 929. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
929 Population 117/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zagreb 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 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population929
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,184
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.3%

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.5%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.2%
Population929
Population Density117 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates43.7894°, 15.8253°
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
Country🇭🇷 Croatia
State / ProvinceŠibenik-Knin
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (728 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.3 years

Is Zaton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zaton 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. Zaton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.3% 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

Zaton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Zaton has a population of 929 with a density of 117 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. 24.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

929
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Zaton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zaton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zaton is N/A. Per capita income is $22,184 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 48.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zaton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,184

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living48.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zaton, 30.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 34.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 76.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.5%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity76.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Zaton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.1%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates43.7894°N, 15.8253°W
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
June 71°F (21°C) 1.9 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
September 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in

Zaton has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (1.0").

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. 83.2% 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 Density117/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zaton

What is the population of Zaton?

Zaton has a population of 929 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Zaton expensive to live in?

Zaton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 48.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zaton?

Zaton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Zaton?

The unemployment rate in Zaton is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Zaton?

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

How healthy is Zaton?

The obesity rate in Zaton is 30.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 34.5% of adults are smokers. 76.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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