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Gashey, Russia

Buryatiya Republic · 🇷🇺 Russia

Gashey is a small town in Buryatiya Republic, Russia with a population of 550. Elevation: 1,962 ft (598 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
550 Population
1,962 ft Elevation 598 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
11.6 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

Population550
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)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation1,962 ft (598 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population550
Elevation1,962 ft (598 m)
Coordinates51.0403°, 107.3708°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBuryatiya Republic
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation11.6 inches (295 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Gashey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gashey 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. Gashey 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

Gashey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Gashey has a population of 550. 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

550
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gashey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gashey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gashey 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: Gashey 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 Gashey, 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: Gashey 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

Gashey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 81°F. The area gets 315 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 11.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 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 1,962 feet.

Temperature

-14°F Jan (-25°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average29.9°F
45% below US avg
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.6 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,962 ft (598 m)
Coordinates51.0403°N, 107.3708°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
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in
October 32°F (-0°C) 0.4 in
November 11°F (-11°C) 0.3 in
December -6°F (-21°C) 0.3 in

Gashey has a seasonal temperature swing of 80°F — from -14°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and March 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 Gashey

What is the population of Gashey?

Gashey has a population of 550 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 Gashey expensive to live in?

Gashey 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 Gashey?

Gashey 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 67°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.6 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Gashey?

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

How are the schools in Gashey?

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

How healthy is Gashey?

The obesity rate in Gashey 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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