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Kaliningrad, Russia

Kaliningrad Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Kaliningrad is a large city in Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia with a population of 475,056. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
475,056 Population 5,476/sq mi density
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kaliningrad 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

Population475,056
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density5,476/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population475,056
Population Density5,476 / sq mi
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates54.7064°, 20.5110°
TimezoneEurope/Kaliningrad
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKaliningrad Oblast
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Kaliningrad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaliningrad 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. Kaliningrad 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

Kaliningrad experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kaliningrad has a population of 475,056 with a density of 5,476 people per square mile, spread across 86.8 square miles. 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

475,056
Total Population
5,476
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
86.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaliningrad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kaliningrad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaliningrad 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: Kaliningrad 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 Kaliningrad, 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: Kaliningrad 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

Kaliningrad experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.5 inches. The area receives 8.7 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area86.8 sq mi (224.7 km²)
Population Density5,476/sq mi
Coordinates54.7064°N, 20.5110°W
TimezoneEurope/Kaliningrad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
March 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.3 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.0 in

Kaliningrad has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.6").

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

Population Density5,476/sq mi
Total Area86.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kaliningrad

What is the population of Kaliningrad?

Kaliningrad has a population of 475,056 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 5,476 people per square mile, spread across 86.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Kaliningrad expensive to live in?

Kaliningrad 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 Kaliningrad?

Kaliningrad has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Kaliningrad?

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

How are the schools in Kaliningrad?

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

How healthy is Kaliningrad?

The obesity rate in Kaliningrad 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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