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Salacgrīva, Latvia

Limbaži Municipality · 🇱🇻 Latvia

Salacgrīva is a small town in Limbaži Municipality, Latvia with a population of 2,480. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,480 Population 487/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Riga 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 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population2,480
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density487/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,710
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking28.6%
Depression12.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.2%
Population2,480
Population Density487 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates57.7531°, 24.3590°
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Country🇱🇻 Latvia
State / ProvinceLimbaži Municipality
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (636 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age44.4 years

Is Salacgrīva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salacgrīva 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Salacgrīva offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% 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

Salacgrīva has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Salacgrīva has a population of 2,480 with a density of 487 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 24.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,480
Total Population
487
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Salacgrīva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salacgrīva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salacgrīva is N/A. Per capita income is $22,710 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 53.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Salacgrīva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Salacgrīva, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.9% have high blood pressure. 28.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 80.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure43.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.6%
104% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity80.1%
Depression12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Salacgrīva has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.4%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density487/sq mi
Coordinates57.7531°N, 24.3590°W
TimezoneEurope/Riga

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in Wettest
October 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
November 35°F (1°C) 2.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Salacgrīva has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 23°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.0").

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. 92.2% 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

Population Density487/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Salacgrīva

What is the population of Salacgrīva?

Salacgrīva has a population of 2,480 residents and is located in Latvia. The population density is 487 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Salacgrīva expensive to live in?

Salacgrīva is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 53.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Salacgrīva?

Salacgrīva has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Salacgrīva?

The unemployment rate in Salacgrīva is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Salacgrīva?

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

How healthy is Salacgrīva?

The obesity rate in Salacgrīva is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 28.6% of adults are smokers. 80.1% are physically inactive. 12.0% of residents report depression.

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