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Balki, Ukraine

Crimea · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Balki is a small town in Crimea, Ukraine with a population of 730. Elevation: 1,056 ft (322 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
730 Population
1,056 ft Elevation 322 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Simferopol 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

Population730
Median Age41.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population730
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Coordinates44.9939°, 34.4552°
TimezoneEurope/Simferopol
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvinceCrimea
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (667 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is Balki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balki 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. Balki 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

Balki experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°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 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Balki has a population of 730. 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

730
Total Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Balki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balki 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: Balki 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 Balki, 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: Balki 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

Balki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°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 9.8 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 1,056 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Coordinates44.9939°N, 34.4552°W
TimezoneEurope/Simferopol

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
March 35°F (2°C) 1.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in Driest
November 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
December 33°F (1°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Balki has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 29°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and October the driest (1.8").

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 Balki

What is the population of Balki?

Balki has a population of 730 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 Balki expensive to live in?

Balki 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 Balki?

Balki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Balki?

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

How are the schools in Balki?

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

How healthy is Balki?

The obesity rate in Balki 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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