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

Population523,553

Median Age39.6 yrs

Density4,670/mi²

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 Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI34 (Good)

Rain20.6 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation512 ft (156 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.2%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband92.3%

Population	523,553
Population Density	4,670 / sq mi
Elevation	512 ft (156 m)
Coordinates	53.1957°, 45.0108°
Timezone	Europe/Moscow
Country	🇷🇺 Russia
State / Province	Penza Oblast
Average Temperature	41°F (5°C)
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	20.6 inches (523 mm)
Annual Snowfall	6.9 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	39.6 years

Is Penza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penza 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. Penza 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

Penza has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Penza has a population of 523,553 with a density of 4,670 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

523,553

Total Population

4,670

People / sq mi

39.6yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

112.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%

Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Penza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Penza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penza is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Penza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$14,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	41% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.1%
	99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	31.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Penza, 24.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 84.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.2%
	25% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
High Blood Pressure	44.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.1%
	65% above US avg
Binge Drinking	10.5%
Physical Inactivity	84.5%
Depression	17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.0%

Food & Exercise

Penza has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.6 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	41.0°F
	24% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	20.6 inches
	46% below US avg
Snowfall	6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	34.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	88.2%

Geography

Elevation	512 ft (156 m)
Area	112.1 sq mi (290.4 km²)
Population Density	4,670/sq mi
Coordinates	53.1957°N, 45.0108°W
Timezone	Europe/Moscow

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.2%
	19% below US avg
High School+	95.0%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	4,670/sq mi
Total Area	112.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Penza, Russia

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Is Penza a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Penza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Penza vs U.S. Average

Income: Penza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Penza 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

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