Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 22.2%

31% lower than US avg

People

Population3,933

Median Age42.4 yrs

Density1,703/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 Temp42°F (5°C)

AQI2 (Good)

Rain25.7 in/yr

Sunny Days289/yr

Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband93.2%

Population	3,933
Population Density	1,703 / sq mi
Elevation	226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates	58.6525°, 25.9706°
Timezone	Europe/Tallinn
Country	🇪🇪 Estonia
State / Province	Jõgevamaa
Average Temperature	42°F (5°C)
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.7 inches (652 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age	42.4 years

Is Põltsamaa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Põltsamaa 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. Põltsamaa 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

Põltsamaa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Põltsamaa has a population of 3,933 with a density of 1,703 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,933

Total Population

1,703

People / sq mi

42.4yrs

Median Age

9% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Põltsamaa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Põltsamaa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Põltsamaa is N/A.

Income: Põltsamaa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$30,264

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	62.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Põltsamaa, 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: Põltsamaa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	22.2%
	31% below US avg
Diabetes	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.0%
	50% above US avg
Binge Drinking	10.5%
Physical Inactivity	84.1%
Depression	5.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.0%

Food & Exercise

Põltsamaa has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 289 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	41.8°F
	23% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.7 inches
	32% below US avg
Snowfall	8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	2.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	94.6%

Geography

Elevation	226 ft (69 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density	1,703/sq mi
Coordinates	58.6525°N, 25.9706°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Density	1,703/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Põltsamaa, Estonia

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Põltsamaa a Good Place to Live?

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Põltsamaa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Põltsamaa vs U.S. Average

Income: Põltsamaa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Põltsamaa 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

Commute & Transportation

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