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Kharkiv, Ukraine

Kharkivs’ka Oblast’ · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Kharkiv is a major city in Kharkivs’ka Oblast’, Ukraine with a population of 1,433,886. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,433,886 Population 10,610/sq mi density
420 ft Elevation 128 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv Timezone
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
173% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population1,433,886
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density10,610/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,140
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population1,433,886
Population Density10,610 / sq mi
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates49.9818°, 36.2548°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvinceKharkivs’ka Oblast’
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (555 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is Kharkiv a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kharkiv receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kharkiv stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kharkiv experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Kharkiv has a population of 1,433,886 with a density of 10,610 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,433,886
Total Population
10,610
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
135.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kharkiv vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kharkiv vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kharkiv is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kharkiv vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
173% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kharkiv, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% are current smokers. 4.7% report depression. 76.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.4%
Physical Inactivity76.7%
Depression4.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Kharkiv has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.9 inches. The area enjoys 296 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area135.1 sq mi (350.0 km²)
Population Density10,610/sq mi
Coordinates49.9818°N, 36.2548°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10,610/sq mi
Total Area135.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Zhuravlivka 20,000 pop · 2.3 mi Saltivka 400,000 pop · 5.0 mi Oleksiyivka 100,500 pop · 5.2 mi Velyka Danylivka 5,000 pop · 5.6 mi Kulynychi 2,981 pop · 5.7 mi Rayon KTZ 200,000 pop · 5.7 mi Pokotylivka 9,962 pop · 5.9 mi Pivnichna Saltivka 45,000 pop · 6.4 mi Babayi 7,304 pop · 6.5 mi Pisochyn 23,509 pop · 6.7 mi Mala Danylivka 7,211 pop · 6.9 mi Podvirky 7,890 pop · 7.2 mi Bezliudivka 9,296 pop · 7.4 mi Vysokyi 10,988 pop · 8.6 mi
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