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Žiar nad Hronom, Slovakia

Banská Bystrica Region · 🇸🇰 Slovakia

Žiar nad Hronom is a small city in Banská Bystrica Region, Slovakia with a population of 16,955. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
16,955 Population 1,124/sq mi density
915 ft Elevation 279 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
29.6 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

Population16,955
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,124/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)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation915 ft (279 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.2%
Population16,955
Population Density1,124 / sq mi
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Coordinates48.5918°, 18.8496°
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
Country🇸🇰 Slovakia
State / ProvinceBanská Bystrica Region
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (751 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)
Median Age41.8 years

Is Žiar nad Hronom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Žiar nad Hronom 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. Žiar nad Hronom 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

Žiar nad Hronom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Žiar nad Hronom has a population of 16,955 with a density of 1,124 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,955
Total Population
1,124
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
15.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Žiar nad Hronom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Žiar nad Hronom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Žiar nad Hronom is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Žiar nad Hronom 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 Žiar nad Hronom, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% are current smokers. 2.3% report depression. 71.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Žiar nad Hronom 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

Žiar nad Hronom has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area15.1 sq mi (39.1 km²)
Population Density1,124/sq mi
Coordinates48.5918°N, 18.8496°W
TimezoneEurope/Bratislava
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,124/sq mi
Total Area15.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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