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Priekulė, Lithuania

Klaipėda County · 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Priekulė is a small town in Klaipėda County, Lithuania with a population of 1,710. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,710 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
30.5 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

Population1,710
Median Age44.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population1,710
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates55.5543°, 21.3190°
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
Country🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / ProvinceKlaipėda County
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (774 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.0 inches (20 cm)
Median Age44.5 years

Is Priekulė a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Priekulė 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. Priekulė 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

Priekulė 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 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Priekulė has a population of 1,710. 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

1,710
Total Population
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Priekulė vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Priekulė vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Priekulė 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: Priekulė 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 Priekulė, 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: Priekulė 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

Priekulė 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 281 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 30.5 inches. The area receives 8.0 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates55.5543°N, 21.3190°W
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in Wettest
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.8 in

Priekulė has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Priekulė

What is the population of Priekulė?

Priekulė has a population of 1,710 residents and is located in Lithuania.. 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 Priekulė expensive to live in?

Priekulė 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 Priekulė?

Priekulė 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 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 6.

How is the job market in Priekulė?

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

How are the schools in Priekulė?

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

How healthy is Priekulė?

The obesity rate in Priekulė 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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