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Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Federation of B&H · 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Zenica is a large city in Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina with a population of 164,423. Elevation: 1,066 ft (325 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
164,423 Population 9,899/sq mi density
1,066 ft Elevation 325 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
37.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sarajevo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
207% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population164,423
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density9,899/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,663
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking35.4%
Depression9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI184 (Unhealthy)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.4%
Population164,423
Population Density9,899 / sq mi
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Coordinates44.2017°, 17.9040°
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo
Country🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
State / ProvinceFederation of B&H
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation37.1 inches (942 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Zenica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zenica receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Zenica has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Zenica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184.

Zenica has a population of 164,423 with a density of 9,899 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 23.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

164,423
Total Population
9,899
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
16.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zenica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zenica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zenica is N/A. Per capita income is $8,663 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zenica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
207% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zenica, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.2% have high blood pressure. 35.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 6.3% report binge drinking. 9.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure44.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking35.4%
153% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Zenica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 269 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 37.1 inches. The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 184 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 7% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median184.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %7.4%

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area16.6 sq mi (43.0 km²)
Population Density9,899/sq mi
Coordinates44.2017°N, 17.9040°W
TimezoneEurope/Sarajevo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (9°C) 3.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.4 in

Zenica has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9,899/sq mi
Total Area16.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zenica

What is the population of Zenica?

Zenica has a population of 164,423 residents and is located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The population density is 9,899 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Zenica expensive to live in?

Zenica is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zenica?

Zenica has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184.

How is the job market in Zenica?

The job market in Zenica faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Zenica?

15.0% of adults in Zenica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Zenica?

The obesity rate in Zenica is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 35.4% of adults are smokers. 9.5% of residents report depression.

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