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Brest, Belarus

Brest · 🇧🇾 Belarus

Brest is a large city in Brest, Belarus with a population of 344,470. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
344,470 Population 6,105/sq mi density
472 ft Elevation 144 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Minsk Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.4%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population344,470
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density6,105/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,897
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity21.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.5%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population344,470
Population Density6,105 / sq mi
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates52.1089°, 23.7175°
TimezoneEurope/Minsk
Country🇧🇾 Belarus
State / ProvinceBrest
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.9 inches (12 cm)
Median Age40.9 years

Is Brest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brest receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brest has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brest experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Brest has a population of 344,470 with a density of 6,105 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

344,470
Total Population
6,105
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
56.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Brest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brest is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Brest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,897

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Brest, 21.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% are current smokers. 11.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.4%
33% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
High Blood Pressure49.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.4%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Brest has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.2%

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area56.4 sq mi (146.1 km²)
Population Density6,105/sq mi
Coordinates52.1089°N, 23.7175°W
TimezoneEurope/Minsk
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.9%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,105/sq mi
Total Area56.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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