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Balakliia, Ukraine

Poltava · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Balakliia is a small town in Poltava, Ukraine with a population of 503. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
503 Population
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv Timezone
$4,500 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$4,500 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $4,500
94% lower than US avg
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

Population503
Median Age41.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

C
Median Income$4,500
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)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population503
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates49.6138°, 33.7543°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvincePoltava
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (522 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$4,500
Median Age41.2 years

Is Balakliia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balakliia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Balakliia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balakliia is $4,500, 94% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Balakliia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Balakliia has a population of 503. 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

503
Total Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Balakliia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balakliia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balakliia is $4,500, which is 94% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Balakliia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$4,500
94% below US avg
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 Balakliia, 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: Balakliia 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

Balakliia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 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 358 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.6 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates49.6138°N, 33.7543°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.4 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
May 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
June 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.8 in

Balakliia has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.2").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Balakliia

What is the population of Balakliia?

Balakliia has a population of 503 residents and is located in Ukraine.. 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 Balakliia expensive to live in?

Balakliia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $4,500, 94% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Balakliia?

Balakliia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Balakliia?

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

How are the schools in Balakliia?

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

How healthy is Balakliia?

The obesity rate in Balakliia 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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