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Kaunas, Lithuania

Kaunas · 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Kaunas is a large city in Kaunas, Lithuania with a population of 289,380. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
289,380 Population 4,774/sq mi density
315 ft Elevation 96 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
24.0 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

Population289,380
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density4,774/mi²
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)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation315 ft (96 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population289,380
Population Density4,774 / sq mi
Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Coordinates54.9016°, 23.9091°
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
Country🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / ProvinceKaunas
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (609 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Age44.5 years

Is Kaunas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaunas 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. Kaunas 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

Kaunas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Kaunas has a population of 289,380 with a density of 4,774 people per square mile, spread across 60.6 square miles. 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

289,380
Total Population
4,774
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
60.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaunas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kaunas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaunas 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: Kaunas 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 Kaunas, 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: Kaunas 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

Kaunas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 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 315 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Area60.6 sq mi (157.0 km²)
Population Density4,774/sq mi
Coordinates54.9016°N, 23.9091°W
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.9 in

Kaunas has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 25°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") 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

Population Density4,774/sq mi
Total Area60.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kaunas

What is the population of Kaunas?

Kaunas has a population of 289,380 residents and is located in Lithuania. The population density is 4,774 people per square mile, spread across 60.6 square miles. 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 Kaunas expensive to live in?

Kaunas 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 Kaunas?

Kaunas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Kaunas?

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

How are the schools in Kaunas?

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

How healthy is Kaunas?

The obesity rate in Kaunas 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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