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Žďár nad Sázavou, Czechia

Vysočina · 🇨🇿 Czechia

Žďár nad Sázavou is a small city in Vysočina, Czechia with a population of 20,404. Elevation: 1,903 ft (580 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
20,404 Population 1,426/sq mi density
1,903 ft Elevation 580 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Prague Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
21% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population20,404
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,426/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,762
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression16.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI25 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population20,404
Population Density1,426 / sq mi
Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)
Coordinates49.5626°, 15.9392°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceVysočina
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall50.1 inches (127 cm)
Median Age43.3 years

Is Žďár nad Sázavou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Žďár nad Sázavou receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Žďár nad Sázavou offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Žďár nad Sázavou experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 50.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25.

Žďár nad Sázavou has a population of 20,404 with a density of 1,426 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,404
Total Population
1,426
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
14.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Žďár nad Sázavou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Žďár nad Sázavou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Žďár nad Sázavou is N/A. Per capita income is $31,762 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 55.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Žďár nad Sázavou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
21% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Žďár nad Sázavou, 26.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 41.6% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.7% report binge drinking. 77.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Žďár nad Sázavou vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity77.4%
Depression16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Žďár nad Sázavou experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The area receives 50.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 25 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,903 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall50.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median25.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.0%

Geography

Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)
Area14.3 sq mi (37.1 km²)
Population Density1,426/sq mi
Coordinates49.5626°N, 15.9392°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in

Žďár nad Sázavou has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 28°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.1").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,426/sq mi
Total Area14.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Žďár nad Sázavou

What is the population of Žďár nad Sázavou?

Žďár nad Sázavou has a population of 20,404 residents and is located in Czechia. The population density is 1,426 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 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 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Žďár nad Sázavou expensive to live in?

Žďár nad Sázavou is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Žďár nad Sázavou?

Žďár nad Sázavou has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 50.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 25.

How is the job market in Žďár nad Sázavou?

The job market in Žďár nad Sázavou is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Žďár nad Sázavou?

35.0% of adults in Žďár nad Sázavou hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Žďár nad Sázavou?

The obesity rate in Žďár nad Sázavou is 26.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 77.4% are physically inactive. 16.3% of residents report depression.

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