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Shar’ya, Russia

Kostroma Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Shar’ya is a small city in Kostroma Oblast, Russia with a population of 29,800. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
29,800 Population 2,968/sq mi density
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
23.9 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

Population29,800
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density2,968/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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population29,800
Population Density2,968 / sq mi
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates58.3685°, 45.5162°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKostroma Oblast
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (607 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.4 inches (19 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Shar’ya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shar’ya 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. Shar’ya 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

Shar’ya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches, including 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Shar’ya has a population of 29,800 with a density of 2,968 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 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

29,800
Total Population
2,968
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shar’ya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shar’ya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shar’ya 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: Shar’ya 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 Shar’ya, 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: Shar’ya 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

Shar’ya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.4 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 433 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall7.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (26.0 km²)
Population Density2,968/sq mi
Coordinates58.3685°N, 45.5162°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 1.1 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.0 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
October 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 1.7 in

Shar’ya has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 10°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (1.0").

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 Density2,968/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shar’ya

What is the population of Shar’ya?

Shar’ya has a population of 29,800 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 2,968 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Shar’ya expensive to live in?

Shar’ya 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 Shar’ya?

Shar’ya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Shar’ya?

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

How are the schools in Shar’ya?

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

How healthy is Shar’ya?

The obesity rate in Shar’ya 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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