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Bol’shaya Rechka, Russia

Irkutsk Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Bol’shaya Rechka is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 2,600. Elevation: 1,637 ft (499 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,600 Population
1,637 ft Elevation 499 meters
32°F Avg Temperature 0°C
16.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk 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

Population2,600
Median Age39.6 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp32°F (0°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population2,600
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Coordinates51.9536°, 104.7336°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIrkutsk Oblast
Average Temperature32°F (0°C)
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation16.8 inches (426 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Bol’shaya Rechka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bol’shaya Rechka 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. Bol’shaya Rechka 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

Bol’shaya Rechka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bol’shaya Rechka has a population of 2,600. 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

2,600
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bol’shaya Rechka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bol’shaya Rechka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bol’shaya Rechka 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: Bol’shaya Rechka 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 Bol’shaya Rechka, 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: Bol’shaya Rechka 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

Bol’shaya Rechka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 1,637 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average32.3°F
40% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Coordinates51.9536°N, 104.7336°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 0.3 in
April 33°F (0°C) 0.7 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
October 35°F (1°C) 0.8 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.4 in

Bol’shaya Rechka has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 2°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.2").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bol’shaya Rechka

What is the population of Bol’shaya Rechka?

Bol’shaya Rechka has a population of 2,600 residents and is located in Russia.. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Bol’shaya Rechka expensive to live in?

Bol’shaya Rechka 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 Bol’shaya Rechka?

Bol’shaya Rechka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Bol’shaya Rechka?

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

How are the schools in Bol’shaya Rechka?

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

How healthy is Bol’shaya Rechka?

The obesity rate in Bol’shaya Rechka 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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