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Gelgaudiškis, Lithuania

Marijampolė County · 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Gelgaudiškis is a small town in Marijampolė County, Lithuania with a population of 1,839. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,839 Population
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
26.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vilnius Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
87% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

People

Population1,839
Median Age44.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,786
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty1.1%

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.2%
Depression16.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population1,839
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates55.0769°, 22.9770°
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
Country🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / ProvinceMarijampolė County
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (660 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)
Median Age44.5 years

Is Gelgaudiškis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gelgaudiškis 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gelgaudiškis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.1% 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

Gelgaudiškis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Gelgaudiškis has a population of 1,839. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,839
Total Population
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gelgaudiškis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gelgaudiškis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gelgaudiškis is N/A. Per capita income is $27,786 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 53.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gelgaudiškis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,786

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
87% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gelgaudiškis, 25.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.0% have high blood pressure. 27.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.2% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
High Blood Pressure48.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.2%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Gelgaudiškis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 289 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates55.0769°N, 22.9770°W
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in

Gelgaudiškis has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 24°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.1").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gelgaudiškis

What is the population of Gelgaudiškis?

Gelgaudiškis has a population of 1,839 residents and is located in Lithuania.. The median age of residents is 44.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Gelgaudiškis expensive to live in?

Gelgaudiškis is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 53.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gelgaudiškis?

Gelgaudiškis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Gelgaudiškis?

The unemployment rate in Gelgaudiškis is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Gelgaudiškis?

28.0% of adults in Gelgaudiškis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gelgaudiškis?

The obesity rate in Gelgaudiškis is 25.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.2% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 16.8% of residents report depression.

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