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Buy, Russia

Kostroma Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Buy is a small city in Kostroma Oblast, Russia with a population of 26,486. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
26,486 Population 2,745/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
24.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow 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

Population26,486
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density2,745/mi²
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 Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population26,486
Population Density2,745 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates58.4796°, 41.5359°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKostroma Oblast
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (610 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Buy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buy 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. Buy 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

Buy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Buy has a population of 26,486 with a density of 2,745 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

26,486
Total Population
2,745
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Buy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Buy 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 Buy, 24.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 84.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Buy 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

Buy has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²)
Population Density2,745/sq mi
Coordinates58.4796°N, 41.5359°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+95.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,745/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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