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Rakvere, Estonia

Lääne-Virumaa · 🇪🇪 Estonia

Rakvere is a small city in Lääne-Virumaa, Estonia with a population of 14,984. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
14,984 Population 3,611/sq mi density
272 ft Elevation 83 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tallinn Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.2%
31% lower than US avg

People

Population14,984
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,611/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)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.2%
Population14,984
Population Density3,611 / sq mi
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates59.3481°, 26.3578°
TimezoneEurope/Tallinn
Country🇪🇪 Estonia
State / ProvinceLääne-Virumaa
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (613 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Rakvere a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rakvere 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. Rakvere 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

Rakvere has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Rakvere has a population of 14,984 with a density of 3,611 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,984
Total Population
3,611
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rakvere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rakvere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rakvere is N/A.

Income: Rakvere vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,264

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living62.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.2%
31% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.5%
Physical Inactivity84.1%
Depression5.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

Rakvere has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 2.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median2.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.6%

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density3,611/sq mi
Coordinates59.3481°N, 26.3578°W
TimezoneEurope/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 Density3,611/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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