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Chikoy, Russia

Buryatiya Republic · 🇷🇺 Russia

Chikoy is a small town in Buryatiya Republic, Russia with a population of 705. Elevation: 2,034 ft (620 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
705 Population
2,034 ft Elevation 620 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
11.9 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

Population705
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 Temp30°F (-1°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population705
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Coordinates50.2661°, 106.9178°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBuryatiya Republic
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (302 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Chikoy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chikoy 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. Chikoy 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

Chikoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Chikoy has a population of 705. 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

705
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chikoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chikoy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chikoy 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: Chikoy 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 Chikoy, 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: Chikoy 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

Chikoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 80°F. The area gets 314 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 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 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 2,034 feet.

Temperature

-14°F Jan (-25°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average30.0°F
44% below US avg
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Coordinates50.2661°N, 106.9178°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -14°F (-25°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February -5°F (-21°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.3 in
May 51°F (10°C) 0.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
October 32°F (0°C) 0.4 in
November 11°F (-12°C) 0.2 in
December -7°F (-22°C) 0.2 in

Chikoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 80°F — from -14°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.1").

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 Chikoy

What is the population of Chikoy?

Chikoy has a population of 705 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 Chikoy expensive to live in?

Chikoy 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 Chikoy?

Chikoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Chikoy?

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

How are the schools in Chikoy?

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

How healthy is Chikoy?

The obesity rate in Chikoy 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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