Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 21.4%

33% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

People

Population1,742,124

Median Age40.9 yrs

Density11,018/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$7,897

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity21.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking22.5%

Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI19 (Good)

Rain25.4 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation728 ft (222 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+99.9%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband91.5%

Population	1,742,124
Population Density	11,018 / sq mi
Elevation	728 ft (222 m)
Coordinates	53.9002°, 27.5665°
Timezone	Europe/Minsk
Country	🇧🇾 Belarus
State / Province	Minsk City
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.4 inches (645 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.1 inches (20 cm)
Median Age	40.9 years

Is Minsk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minsk receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Minsk has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Minsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Minsk has a population of 1,742,124 with a density of 11,018 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,742,124

Total Population

11,018

People / sq mi

40.9yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

158.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%

Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Minsk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Minsk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minsk is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Minsk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$7,897

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Minsk, 21.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% are current smokers. 11.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	21.4%
	33% below US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
High Blood Pressure	49.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.5%
	61% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.4%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.0%

Food & Exercise

Minsk has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	42.7°F
	21% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.4 inches
	33% below US avg
Snowfall	8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	19.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.2%

Geography

Elevation	728 ft (222 m)
Area	158.1 sq mi (409.5 km²)
Population Density	11,018/sq mi
Coordinates	53.9002°N, 27.5665°W
Timezone	Europe/Minsk

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	99.9%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	11,018/sq mi
Total Area	158.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Minsk, Belarus

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Minsk a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Minsk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Minsk vs U.S. Average

Income: Minsk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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