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Palanga, Lithuania

Klaipėda County · 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Palanga is a small city in Klaipėda County, Lithuania with a population of 18,207. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
18,207 Population 597/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
29.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vilnius Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
87% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

People

Population18,207
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density597/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,786
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty1.1%

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.2%
Depression16.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population18,207
Population Density597 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates55.9175°, 21.0686°
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
Country🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / ProvinceKlaipėda County
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (739 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Age44.5 years

Is Palanga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palanga receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Palanga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Palanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Palanga has a population of 18,207 with a density of 597 people per square mile, spread across 30.5 square miles. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. 24.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,207
Total Population
597
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
30.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Palanga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Palanga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palanga is N/A. Per capita income is $27,786 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 53.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Palanga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,786

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
87% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Palanga, 25.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.0% have high blood pressure. 27.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.2% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
High Blood Pressure48.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.2%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Palanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area30.5 sq mi (79.0 km²)
Population Density597/sq mi
Coordinates55.9175°N, 21.0686°W
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in Wettest
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.8 in

Palanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.3").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density597/sq mi
Total Area30.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Palanga

What is the population of Palanga?

Palanga has a population of 18,207 residents and is located in Lithuania. The population density is 597 people per square mile, spread across 30.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Palanga expensive to live in?

Palanga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 53.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Palanga?

Palanga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Palanga?

The unemployment rate in Palanga is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Palanga?

28.0% of adults in Palanga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Palanga?

The obesity rate in Palanga is 25.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 27.2% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 16.8% of residents report depression.

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