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Pustoshka, Russia

Pskov Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Pustoshka is a small city in Pskov Oblast, Russia with a population of 5,253. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,253 Population 1,236/sq mi density
528 ft Elevation 161 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow 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

Population5,253
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,236/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)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population5,253
Population Density1,236 / sq mi
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Coordinates56.3354°, 29.3689°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvincePskov Oblast
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Pustoshka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pustoshka 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. Pustoshka 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

Pustoshka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Pustoshka has a population of 5,253 with a density of 1,236 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

5,253
Total Population
1,236
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

Pustoshka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pustoshka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pustoshka 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: Pustoshka 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 Pustoshka, 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: Pustoshka 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

Pustoshka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 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 528 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Coordinates56.3354°N, 29.3689°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.2 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in

Pustoshka has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 19°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.3").

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 Density1,236/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pustoshka

What is the population of Pustoshka?

Pustoshka has a population of 5,253 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1,236 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 Pustoshka expensive to live in?

Pustoshka 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 Pustoshka?

Pustoshka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Pustoshka?

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

How are the schools in Pustoshka?

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

How healthy is Pustoshka?

The obesity rate in Pustoshka 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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