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Alchevsk, Ukraine

Luhansk · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Alchevsk is a large city in Luhansk, Ukraine with a population of 106,062. Elevation: 692 ft (211 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
106,062 Population 5,493/sq mi density
692 ft Elevation 211 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv Timezone
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
173% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population106,062
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density5,493/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,140
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation692 ft (211 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population106,062
Population Density5,493 / sq mi
Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Coordinates48.4689°, 38.8167°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvinceLuhansk
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (548 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is Alchevsk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alchevsk receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Alchevsk stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Alchevsk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Alchevsk has a population of 106,062 with a density of 5,493 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. 21.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

106,062
Total Population
5,493
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
19.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Alchevsk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Alchevsk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alchevsk is N/A. Per capita income is $5,140 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above 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 29.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Alchevsk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
173% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Alchevsk, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.1% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.4% report binge drinking. 76.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.4%
Physical Inactivity76.7%
Depression4.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Alchevsk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 692 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Area19.3 sq mi (50.0 km²)
Population Density5,493/sq mi
Coordinates48.4689°N, 38.8167°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in
March 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.9 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Alchevsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 21°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (1.3").

38.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,493/sq mi
Total Area19.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Alchevsk

What is the population of Alchevsk?

Alchevsk has a population of 106,062 residents and is located in Ukraine. The population density is 5,493 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Alchevsk expensive to live in?

Alchevsk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Alchevsk?

Alchevsk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Alchevsk?

The job market in Alchevsk faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Alchevsk?

38.4% of adults in Alchevsk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Alchevsk?

The obesity rate in Alchevsk is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 76.7% are physically inactive. 4.7% of residents report depression.

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