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Kichera, Russia

Buryatiya Republic · 🇷🇺 Russia

Kichera is a small town in Buryatiya Republic, Russia with a population of 1,593. Elevation: 1,604 ft (489 m). Average temperature: 26°F (-4°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,593 Population
1,604 ft Elevation 489 meters
26°F Avg Temperature -4°C
14.5 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

Population1,593
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 Temp26°F (-4°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population1,593
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Coordinates55.9387°, 110.1012°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBuryatiya Republic
Average Temperature26°F (-4°C)
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (369 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Kichera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kichera 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. Kichera 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

Kichera has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kichera has a population of 1,593. 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

1,593
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kichera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kichera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kichera 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: Kichera 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 Kichera, 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: Kichera 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

Kichera has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-4°C). Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 75°F. The area gets 310 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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 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 1,604 feet.

Temperature

-14°F Jan (-25°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average25.5°F
53% below US avg
January Average-14°F (-25°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Coordinates55.9387°N, 110.1012°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -14°F (-25°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February -8°F (-22°C) 0.4 in
March 8°F (-14°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
October 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
November 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in
December -5°F (-21°C) 0.6 in

Kichera has a seasonal temperature swing of 75°F — from -14°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and March the driest (0.4").

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 Kichera

What is the population of Kichera?

Kichera has a population of 1,593 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 Kichera expensive to live in?

Kichera 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 Kichera?

Kichera has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average -14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Kichera?

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

How are the schools in Kichera?

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

How healthy is Kichera?

The obesity rate in Kichera 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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