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Rakhiv, Ukraine

Zakarpattia · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Rakhiv is a small city in Zakarpattia, Ukraine with a population of 15,621. Elevation: 1,411 ft (430 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
15,621 Population 772/sq mi density
1,411 ft Elevation 430 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
50.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv Timezone
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
173% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population15,621
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density772/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,140
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population15,621
Population Density772 / sq mi
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Coordinates48.0547°, 24.2031°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvinceZakarpattia
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation50.8 inches (1,290 mm)
Annual Snowfall53.1 inches (135 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is Rakhiv a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rakhiv receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rakhiv stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rakhiv experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 53.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Rakhiv has a population of 15,621 with a density of 772 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. 21.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,621
Total Population
772
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
20.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rakhiv vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rakhiv vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rakhiv is N/A. Per capita income is $5,140 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rakhiv vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
173% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rakhiv, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.1% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.4% report binge drinking. 76.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.4%
Physical Inactivity76.7%
Depression4.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Rakhiv experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 53.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall53.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.4 km²)
Population Density772/sq mi
Coordinates48.0547°N, 24.2031°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-0°C) 2.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.8 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 4.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
October 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.6 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 3.4 in

Rakhiv has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 25°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and February the driest (2.4").

38.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density772/sq mi
Total Area20.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rakhiv

What is the population of Rakhiv?

Rakhiv has a population of 15,621 residents and is located in Ukraine. The population density is 772 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Rakhiv expensive to live in?

Rakhiv is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rakhiv?

Rakhiv has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 53.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Rakhiv?

The job market in Rakhiv faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Rakhiv?

38.4% of adults in Rakhiv hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Rakhiv?

The obesity rate in Rakhiv is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 76.7% are physically inactive. 4.7% of residents report depression.

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