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Kursk, Russia

Kursk Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Kursk is a large city in Kursk Oblast, Russia with a population of 448,733. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
448,733 Population 6,093/sq mi density
614 ft Elevation 187 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow 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

Population448,733
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density6,093/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population448,733
Population Density6,093 / sq mi
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Coordinates51.7269°, 36.1846°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKursk Oblast
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (628 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Kursk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kursk 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. Kursk 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

Kursk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kursk has a population of 448,733 with a density of 6,093 people per square mile, spread across 73.7 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

448,733
Total Population
6,093
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
73.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kursk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kursk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kursk 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: Kursk 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 Kursk, 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: Kursk 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

Kursk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.2 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 614 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area73.7 sq mi (190.8 km²)
Population Density6,093/sq mi
Coordinates51.7269°N, 36.1846°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in

Kursk has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.4").

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 Density6,093/sq mi
Total Area73.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kursk

What is the population of Kursk?

Kursk has a population of 448,733 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 6,093 people per square mile, spread across 73.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Kursk expensive to live in?

Kursk 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 Kursk?

Kursk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Kursk?

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

How are the schools in Kursk?

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

How healthy is Kursk?

The obesity rate in Kursk 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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