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Shamanka, Russia

Irkutsk Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Shamanka is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 1,700. Elevation: 1,572 ft (479 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,700 Population
1,572 ft Elevation 479 meters
32°F Avg Temperature 0°C
22.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk 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

Population1,700
Median Age39.6 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp32°F (0°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,572 ft (479 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population1,700
Elevation1,572 ft (479 m)
Coordinates52.0724°, 103.8243°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIrkutsk Oblast
Average Temperature32°F (0°C)
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation22.6 inches (575 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Shamanka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shamanka 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. Shamanka 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

Shamanka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Shamanka has a population of 1,700. 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

1,700
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shamanka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shamanka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shamanka 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: Shamanka 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 Shamanka, 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: Shamanka 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

Shamanka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 295 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 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 1,572 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average32.4°F
40% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,572 ft (479 m)
Coordinates52.0724°N, 103.8243°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 6°F (-14°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.5 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.4 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
October 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in
November 16°F (-9°C) 0.9 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.7 in

Shamanka has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 0°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (0.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shamanka

What is the population of Shamanka?

Shamanka has a population of 1,700 residents and is located in Russia.. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Shamanka expensive to live in?

Shamanka 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 Shamanka?

Shamanka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Shamanka?

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

How are the schools in Shamanka?

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

How healthy is Shamanka?

The obesity rate in Shamanka 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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