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Shamlugh, Armenia

Lori · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Shamlugh is a small town in Lori, Armenia with a population of 711. Elevation: 3,947 ft (1,203 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
711 Population 512/sq mi density
3,947 ft Elevation 1,203 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population711
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation3,947 ft (1,203 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population711
Population Density512 / sq mi
Elevation3,947 ft (1,203 m)
Coordinates41.1679°, 44.7219°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceLori
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (727 mm)
Annual Snowfall22.8 inches (58 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Shamlugh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shamlugh receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Shamlugh has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shamlugh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Shamlugh has a population of 711 with a density of 512 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

711
Total Population
512
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shamlugh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shamlugh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shamlugh is N/A. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shamlugh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shamlugh, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Shamlugh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 303 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 3,947 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall22.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation3,947 ft (1,203 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates41.1679°N, 44.7219°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in Wettest
June 65°F (19°C) 3.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.7 in Driest

Shamlugh has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 28°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and December the driest (0.7").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density512/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shamlugh

What is the population of Shamlugh?

Shamlugh has a population of 711 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 512 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Shamlugh expensive to live in?

Shamlugh is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shamlugh?

Shamlugh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Shamlugh?

The job market in Shamlugh faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shamlugh?

15.0% of adults in Shamlugh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shamlugh?

The obesity rate in Shamlugh is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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