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Salaspils, Latvia

Salaspils Municipality · 🇱🇻 Latvia

Salaspils is a small city in Salaspils Municipality, Latvia with a population of 17,826. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
17,826 Population 3,058/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.6 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

Population17,826
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density3,058/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.2%
Population17,826
Population Density3,058 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates56.8601°, 24.3654°
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Country🇱🇻 Latvia
State / ProvinceSalaspils Municipality
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (650 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Age44.4 years

Is Salaspils a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salaspils 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. Salaspils 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

Salaspils has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Salaspils has a population of 17,826 with a density of 3,058 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,826
Total Population
3,058
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Salaspils vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salaspils vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salaspils is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Salaspils 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 Salaspils, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% are current smokers. 12.0% report depression. 80.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Salaspils 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

Salaspils has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density3,058/sq mi
Coordinates56.8601°N, 24.3654°W
TimezoneEurope/Riga
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density3,058/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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