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Ape, Latvia

Smiltene Municipality · 🇱🇻 Latvia

Ape is a small town in Smiltene Municipality, Latvia with a population of 773. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
773 Population 822/sq mi density
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Riga 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 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population773
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density822/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,710
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking28.6%
Depression12.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.2%
Population773
Population Density822 / sq mi
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates57.5393°, 26.6929°
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Country🇱🇻 Latvia
State / ProvinceSmiltene Municipality
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (667 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age44.4 years

Is Ape a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ape 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ape offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% 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

Ape has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Ape has a population of 773 with a density of 822 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 24.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

773
Total Population
822
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ape vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ape vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ape is N/A. Per capita income is $22,710 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 53.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ape vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ape, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.9% have high blood pressure. 28.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 80.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure43.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.6%
104% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity80.1%
Depression12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Ape has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.4%

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density822/sq mi
Coordinates57.5393°N, 26.6929°W
TimezoneEurope/Riga

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 23°F (-5°C)
1.7"
Feb 23°F (-5°C)
1.3"
Mar 30°F (-1°C)
1.3"
Apr 41°F (5°C)
1.5"
May 52°F (11°C)
2.0"
Jun 59°F (15°C)
2.8"
Jul 62°F (17°C)
3.1"
Aug 60°F (16°C)
3.2"
Sep 51°F (11°C)
2.7"
Oct 42°F (6°C)
2.6"
Nov 32°F (0°C)
2.4"
Dec 26°F (-4°C)
2.0"

The warmest month is July at 62°F, while the coldest is January at 23°F — a seasonal swing of 39°F. August sees the most rain (3.2"), while February is the driest (1.3").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 92.2% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density822/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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