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Baksan, Russia

Kabardino-Balkariya Republic · 🇷🇺 Russia

Baksan is a mid-size city in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia with a population of 37,519. Elevation: 1,486 ft (453 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
37,519 Population 4,860/sq mi density
1,486 ft Elevation 453 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.2%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
41% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population37,519
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density4,860/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,159
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity24.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.1%
Depression17.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population37,519
Population Density4,860 / sq mi
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Coordinates43.6837°, 43.5351°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKabardino-Balkariya Republic
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation22.6 inches (575 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Baksan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baksan receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Baksan 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 2.1%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Baksan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Baksan has a population of 37,519 with a density of 4,860 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

37,519
Total Population
4,860
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Baksan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Baksan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baksan is N/A. Per capita income is $14,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Baksan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
41% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living31.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Baksan, 24.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 44.3% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 10.5% report binge drinking. 84.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 17.9% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.2%
25% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure44.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.5%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Baksan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density4,860/sq mi
Coordinates43.6837°N, 43.5351°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in
September 62°F (16°C) 2.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Baksan has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 26°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.9").

27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 92.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+95.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,860/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Baksan

What is the population of Baksan?

Baksan has a population of 37,519 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 4,860 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Baksan expensive to live in?

Baksan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Baksan?

Baksan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Baksan?

The job market in Baksan is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Baksan?

27.2% of adults in Baksan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Baksan?

The obesity rate in Baksan is 24.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 84.5% are physically inactive. 17.9% of residents report depression.

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