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

Population8,536

Median Age44.4 yrs

Density2,763/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 (7°C)

AQI160 (Unhealthy)

Rain22.9 in/yr

Sunny Days294/yr

Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband92.2%

Population	8,536
Population Density	2,763 / sq mi
Elevation	121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates	56.6237°, 23.2751°
Timezone	Europe/Riga
Country	🇱🇻 Latvia
State / Province	Dobele Municipality
Average Temperature	44°F (7°C)
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	22.9 inches (582 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.1 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	44.4 years

Is Dobele a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dobele 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. Dobele 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

Dobele has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Dobele has a population of 8,536 with a density of 2,763 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,536

Total Population

2,763

People / sq mi

44.4yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

3.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%

Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dobele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Dobele vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dobele is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dobele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$22,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.6%
	83% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	53.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dobele, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% are current smokers. 12.0% report depression. 80.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.3%
	24% below US avg
Diabetes	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	43.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	28.6%
	104% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.7%
Physical Inactivity	80.1%
Depression	12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	77.0%

Food & Exercise

Dobele has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.9 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	44.0°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.9 inches
	40% below US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	160.0
Rating	Unhealthy
Good Days %	16.4%

Geography

Elevation	121 ft (37 m)
Area	3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density	2,763/sq mi
Coordinates	56.6237°N, 23.2751°W
Timezone	Europe/Riga

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	2,763/sq mi
Total Area	3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Dobele, Latvia

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Economy

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Is Dobele a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dobele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dobele vs U.S. Average

Income: Dobele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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