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Kurgan, Russia

Kurgan Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Kurgan is a large city in Kurgan Oblast, Russia with a population of 309,285. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
309,285 Population 2,038/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yekaterinburg 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

Population309,285
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density2,038/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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population309,285
Population Density2,038 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates55.4491°, 65.3434°
TimezoneAsia/Yekaterinburg
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKurgan Oblast
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation14.7 inches (373 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Kurgan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kurgan 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. Kurgan 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

Kurgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kurgan has a population of 309,285 with a density of 2,038 people per square mile, spread across 151.7 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

309,285
Total Population
2,038
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
151.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kurgan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kurgan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kurgan 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: Kurgan 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 Kurgan, 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: Kurgan 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

Kurgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 309 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 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 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 262 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.7 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area151.7 sq mi (393.0 km²)
Population Density2,038/sq mi
Coordinates55.4491°N, 65.3434°W
TimezoneAsia/Yekaterinburg

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.5 in
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.9 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Kurgan has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F — from 3°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") 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

Population Density2,038/sq mi
Total Area151.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kurgan

What is the population of Kurgan?

Kurgan has a population of 309,285 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 2,038 people per square mile, spread across 151.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Kurgan expensive to live in?

Kurgan 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 Kurgan?

Kurgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Kurgan?

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

How are the schools in Kurgan?

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

How healthy is Kurgan?

The obesity rate in Kurgan 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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