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Oymyakon, Russia

Sakha · 🇷🇺 Russia

Oymyakon is a small town in Sakha, Russia with a population of 800. Elevation: 2,270 ft (692 m). Average temperature: 4°F (-16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
800 Population
2,270 ft Elevation 692 meters
4°F Avg Temperature -16°C
9.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Magadan 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

Population800
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 Temp4°F (-16°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population800
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Coordinates63.4622°, 142.7949°
TimezoneAsia/Magadan
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature4°F (-16°C)
January Average-49°F (-45°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation9.1 inches (230 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Oymyakon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oymyakon 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. Oymyakon 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

Oymyakon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F. Winters average -49°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Oymyakon has a population of 800. 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

800
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oymyakon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oymyakon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oymyakon 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: Oymyakon 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 Oymyakon, 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: Oymyakon 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

Oymyakon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F (-16°C). Winters average -49°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 107°F. The area gets 320 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 9.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 2,270 feet.

Temperature

-49°F Jan (-45°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average4.1°F
92% below US avg
January Average-49°F (-45°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Coordinates63.4622°N, 142.7949°W
TimezoneAsia/Magadan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -49°F (-45°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February -42°F (-41°C) 0.3 in
March -25°F (-31°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 7°F (-14°C) 0.2 in
May 36°F (2°C) 0.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
September 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
October 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in
November -32°F (-36°C) 0.4 in
December -48°F (-44°C) 0.3 in

Oymyakon has a seasonal temperature swing of 106°F — from -49°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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 Oymyakon

What is the population of Oymyakon?

Oymyakon has a population of 800 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 Oymyakon expensive to live in?

Oymyakon 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 Oymyakon?

Oymyakon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F (-16°C). Winter temperatures average -49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Oymyakon?

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

How are the schools in Oymyakon?

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

How healthy is Oymyakon?

The obesity rate in Oymyakon 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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