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Sel’tso, Russia

Bryansk Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Sel’tso is a small city in Bryansk Oblast, Russia with a population of 18,167. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
18,167 Population 1,426/sq mi density
515 ft Elevation 157 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
25.4 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

Population18,167
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,426/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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population18,167
Population Density1,426 / sq mi
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Coordinates53.3683°, 34.1033°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBryansk Oblast
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (644 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Sel’tso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sel’tso 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. Sel’tso 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

Sel’tso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°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 25.4 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Sel’tso has a population of 18,167 with a density of 1,426 people per square mile, spread across 12.7 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

18,167
Total Population
1,426
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
12.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sel’tso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sel’tso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sel’tso 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: Sel’tso 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 Sel’tso, 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: Sel’tso 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

Sel’tso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.1 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 515 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area12.7 sq mi (33.0 km²)
Population Density1,426/sq mi
Coordinates53.3683°N, 34.1033°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 20°F (-6°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.0 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in

Sel’tso has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 18°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.2").

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 Density1,426/sq mi
Total Area12.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sel’tso

What is the population of Sel’tso?

Sel’tso has a population of 18,167 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1,426 people per square mile, spread across 12.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Sel’tso expensive to live in?

Sel’tso 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 Sel’tso?

Sel’tso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Sel’tso?

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

How are the schools in Sel’tso?

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

How healthy is Sel’tso?

The obesity rate in Sel’tso 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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