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Buky, Ukraine

Cherkasy · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Buky is a small town in Cherkasy, Ukraine with a population of 1,778. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,778 Population
735 ft Elevation 224 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv 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

Population1,778
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population1,778
Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Coordinates49.0893°, 30.4090°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvinceCherkasy
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.6 inches (575 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is Buky a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buky 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. Buky 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

Buky experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Buky has a population of 1,778. 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

1,778
Total Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Buky vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buky vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buky 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: Buky 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 Buky, 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: Buky 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

Buky experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 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 735 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Coordinates49.0893°N, 30.4090°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
July 67°F (20°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in

Buky has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 23°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") 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 Buky

What is the population of Buky?

Buky has a population of 1,778 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 Buky expensive to live in?

Buky 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 Buky?

Buky 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 67°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Buky?

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

How are the schools in Buky?

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

How healthy is Buky?

The obesity rate in Buky 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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