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Orsha, Belarus

Vitebsk · 🇧🇾 Belarus

Orsha is a large city in Vitebsk, Belarus with a population of 102,759. Elevation: 571 ft (174 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
102,759 Population 6,841/sq mi density
571 ft Elevation 174 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Minsk Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population102,759
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density6,841/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.5%
Population102,759
Population Density6,841 / sq mi
Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Coordinates54.5136°, 30.4037°
TimezoneEurope/Minsk
Country🇧🇾 Belarus
State / ProvinceVitebsk
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (627 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Age40.9 years

Is Orsha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orsha 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. Orsha 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

Orsha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 62°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 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Orsha has a population of 102,759 with a density of 6,841 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

102,759
Total Population
6,841
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
15.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Orsha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orsha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orsha 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: Orsha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,897

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.4%
33% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
High Blood Pressure49.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.4%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Orsha has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.2%

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²)
Population Density6,841/sq mi
Coordinates54.5136°N, 30.4037°W
TimezoneEurope/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 Density6,841/sq mi
Total Area15.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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