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Bolderaja, Latvia

Riga · 🇱🇻 Latvia

Bolderaja is a small city in Riga, Latvia with a population of 14,771. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
14,771 Population 4,587/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.3 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

Population14,771
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density4,587/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 Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.2%
Population14,771
Population Density4,587 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates57.0313°, 24.0557°
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Country🇱🇻 Latvia
State / ProvinceRiga
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.3 inches (643 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Age44.4 years

Is Bolderaja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolderaja 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. Bolderaja 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

Bolderaja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Bolderaja has a population of 14,771 with a density of 4,587 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 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

14,771
Total Population
4,587
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolderaja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bolderaja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolderaja 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: Bolderaja 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 Bolderaja, 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: Bolderaja 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

Bolderaja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.1 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.4%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density4,587/sq mi
Coordinates57.0313°N, 24.0557°W
TimezoneEurope/Riga

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.9 in

Bolderaja has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 25°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Density4,587/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bolderaja

What is the population of Bolderaja?

Bolderaja has a population of 14,771 residents and is located in Latvia. The population density is 4,587 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Bolderaja expensive to live in?

Bolderaja is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 53.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bolderaja?

Bolderaja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Bolderaja?

The unemployment rate in Bolderaja is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Bolderaja?

28.0% of adults in Bolderaja hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bolderaja?

The obesity rate in Bolderaja is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 28.6% of adults are smokers. 80.1% are physically inactive. 12.0% of residents report depression.

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