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Pokrovsk, Russia

Sakha · 🇷🇺 Russia

Pokrovsk is a small city in Sakha, Russia with a population of 9,763. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 15°F (-10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
9,763 Population 2,297/sq mi density
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
15°F Avg Temperature -10°C
10.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yakutsk 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

Population9,763
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density2,297/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 Temp15°F (-10°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain10.4 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population9,763
Population Density2,297 / sq mi
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates61.4792°, 129.1386°
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature15°F (-10°C)
January Average-39°F (-39°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation10.4 inches (265 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Pokrovsk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pokrovsk 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. Pokrovsk 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

Pokrovsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 15°F. Winters average -39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Pokrovsk has a population of 9,763 with a density of 2,297 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. 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

9,763
Total Population
2,297
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pokrovsk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pokrovsk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pokrovsk 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: Pokrovsk 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 Pokrovsk, 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: Pokrovsk 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

Pokrovsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 15°F (-10°C). Winters average -39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 103°F. The area gets 317 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 10.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 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 397 feet.

Temperature

-39°F Jan (-39°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average14.6°F
73% below US avg
January Average-39°F (-39°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.4 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density2,297/sq mi
Coordinates61.4792°N, 129.1386°W
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -39°F (-39°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February -29°F (-34°C) 0.3 in
March -6°F (-21°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 22°F (-6°C) 0.3 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
September 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
October 16°F (-9°C) 0.7 in
November -19°F (-28°C) 0.6 in
December -36°F (-38°C) 0.6 in

Pokrovsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 103°F — from -39°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.8") 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

Population Density2,297/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pokrovsk

What is the population of Pokrovsk?

Pokrovsk has a population of 9,763 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 2,297 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Pokrovsk expensive to live in?

Pokrovsk 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 Pokrovsk?

Pokrovsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 15°F (-10°C). Winter temperatures average -39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.4 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Pokrovsk?

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

How are the schools in Pokrovsk?

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

How healthy is Pokrovsk?

The obesity rate in Pokrovsk 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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