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Pärnu, Estonia

Pärnumaa · 🇪🇪 Estonia

Pärnu is a mid-size city in Pärnumaa, Estonia with a population of 40,228. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
40,228 Population 3,143/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tallinn Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.2%
31% lower than US avg

People

Population40,228
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,143/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,264
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.0%
Depression5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI2 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.2%
Population40,228
Population Density3,143 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates58.3859°, 24.4971°
TimezoneEurope/Tallinn
Country🇪🇪 Estonia
State / ProvincePärnumaa
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (682 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.0 inches (25 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Pärnu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pärnu receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Pärnu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pärnu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Pärnu has a population of 40,228 with a density of 3,143 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

40,228
Total Population
3,143
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pärnu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pärnu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pärnu is N/A.

Income: Pärnu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,264

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living62.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pärnu, 22.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% are current smokers. 5.3% report depression. 84.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.2%
31% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.5%
Physical Inactivity84.1%
Depression5.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Pärnu has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median2.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.6%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²)
Population Density3,143/sq mi
Coordinates58.3859°N, 24.4971°W
TimezoneEurope/Tallinn
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,143/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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