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Zemen, Bulgaria

Pernik · Bulgaria

Zemen is a small town in Pernik, Bulgaria with a population of 2,107. Elevation: 1,969 ft (600 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

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C+ Fair
2,107 Population 257/sq mi density
1,969 ft Elevation 600 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
23.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$11,556 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$11,556 median income

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About Zemen

Zemen

Zemen is a town in Pernik Province, western Bulgaria. Located near the Pchelina Reservoir on the banks of the Struma River, it is the administrative centre of Zemen Municipality.

People

Population2,107
Density257/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$11,556

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Population2,107
Population Density257 / sq mi
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Coordinates42.4789°, 22.7492°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvincePernik
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation23.6 inches (600 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$11,556

About Zemen

Zemen is a small town in Bulgaria (Pernik) with a population of 2,107. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet (600 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Zemen is $11,556, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 105 business establishments.

Income: Zemen vs Bulgaria

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Income

Median HH Income$11,556
85% below Bulgaria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)105

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zemen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below Bulgaria avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²)
Population Density257/sq mi
Coordinates42.4789°N, 22.7492°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.6"
38% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (May) 2.68"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

617 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 9, 2023.

Apr 24, 2002 2 km S of Gjilan, Kosovo M5.7 105 km
May 22, 2012 Serbia-Bulgaria-Macedonia border region M5.6 26 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 131 km
Sep 11, 2016 3 km ESE of ?air, North Macedonia M5.1 116 km
Jan 2, 2018 2 km N of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.9 133 km
May 24, 2009 9 km W of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.8 134 km
Jan 31, 1990 1 km NNW of Kuklis, North Macedonia M4.6 119 km
Oct 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Rajince, Serbia M4.6 95 km
May 22, 2012 3 km SSW of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 24 km
Jul 14, 2012 8 km NNE of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.6 34 km
Dec 16, 1993 12 km N of Kolarovo, Bulgaria M4.5 115 km
Jul 6, 1998 11 km E of Sveti Nikole, North Macedonia M4.5 87 km
May 22, 2012 5 km E of Pernik, Bulgaria M4.5 32 km
May 29, 2012 8 km SSE of Breznik, Bulgaria M4.5 28 km
Jul 16, 2011 4 km ESE of Prokuplje, Serbia M4.4 122 km
Feb 28, 2016 9 km NE of Sušica, North Macedonia M4.4 110 km
Jan 1, 2018 8 km SSE of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.4 143 km
May 24, 2009 10 km N of Star Dojran, North Macedonia M4.4 133 km
Jun 24, 1992 7 km NW of Kondovo, North Macedonia M4.3 132 km
Jan 2, 2018 0 km SSW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.3 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.6 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in

Zemen has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 30°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Zemen

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
СУ Св. св. Кирил и Методий
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Radio Stations near Zemen

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dark Wave Radomir alternative, avantgarde MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Zemen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum House of Dimitar Peshev
Regional Historical Museum “Academician Yordan Ivanov”
Владимир Димитров-Майстора
Границка къща
Къща музей Георги Димитров

Hotels in Zemen

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Комплекс "Имението"
НДЕК Ковачевци

Restaurants in Zemen

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Калената пивница

Monuments in Zemen

7 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Антифашистки паметник
Аспарух Плачков
Георги Димитров
Паметник на антифашистите
Паметник на загиналите във войните
Паметник на кюстендилския партизански отряд „Драговищица“
Самолет МИГ

Clinics in Zemen

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Поликлиника

Train Stations in Zemen

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Жабляно
Земен
Калище

Bus Stations in Zemen

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BG #847184778

Gas Stations in Zemen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol

Stadiums & Teams in Zemen

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Ski Resorts Near Zemen

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bansko Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Bansko 0.0 $0
Vitosha 0.0 $0
писта Офелиите 0.0 $0

Airports Near Zemen

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sofia AirportSOFLarge Airport
Belchinski Bani AirstripSmall Airport
Breznik AirfieldSmall Airport
Panicharevo AirfieldSmall Airport
Ponikva Highway AirstripSmall Airport
Slivnitsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Sofia West AirfieldSmall Airport
Štip AirstripSmall Airport
Suchevo Recreational AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Zemen

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PO 2440
Пощенски клон 2557

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zemen

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. John the Apostle
Параклис
Св. Йоан Богослов
Св. Йоан Предтеча
Св. св. Петър и Павел
Свети Димитър
Свети Панталеймон
Храм "Св. Димитър"

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia
Elevation
593 m (1,946 ft)
Area
21.3 km² (8.2 mi²)
Postal Code
2440

🇧🇬 About Bulgaria

Capital Sofia
Population 7,000,039
Area 110,910 km²
GDP (USD) $102,199,231,385
GDP per capita $15,853
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 75.7 years
Internet users 80.4%
Urban population 73.7%
Currency BGN (Lev)
Languages Bulgarian
Calling code +359
TLD .bg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bulgaria

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Нова година
Jan 2 Currency change day Ден на валутната смяна
Mar 3 Liberation Day Ден на oсвобождението на България от Oсманско робство
Apr 10 Good Friday Разпети петък
Apr 11 Holy Saturday Велика събота
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Великден
Apr 13 Easter Monday Велики понеделник
May 1 International Workers' Day Ден на труда и на международната работническа солидарност
May 6 Saint George's Day Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия
May 25 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Ден на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост
Sep 7 Unification Day Ден на съединението
Sep 22 Independence Day Ден на независимостта на България
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Бъдни вечер
Dec 25 Christmas Day Рождество Христово
Dec 26 Second day of Christmas Рождество Христово

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zemen

What is the population of Zemen?

Zemen has a population of 2,107 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 257 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles.

Is Zemen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $11,556, 85% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Zemen?

Zemen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.6 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Zemen?

There are 105 business establishments in the area.

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