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Shlyakh, Ukraine

Kharkivs’ka Oblast’ · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Shlyakh is a small town in Kharkivs’ka Oblast’, Ukraine with a population of 541. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
541 Population 225/sq mi density
689 ft Elevation 210 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv Timezone
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
173% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population541
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,140
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population541
Population Density225 / sq mi
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Coordinates49.9246°, 35.7632°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvinceKharkivs’ka Oblast’
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (555 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.0 inches (20 cm)
Median Age41.2 years

Is Shlyakh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shlyakh receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Shlyakh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shlyakh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Shlyakh has a population of 541 with a density of 225 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. 21.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

541
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shlyakh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shlyakh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shlyakh is N/A. Per capita income is $5,140 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shlyakh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
173% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shlyakh, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.1% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.4% report binge drinking. 76.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.4%
Physical Inactivity76.7%
Depression4.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Shlyakh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates49.9246°N, 35.7632°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-6°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 22°F (-5°C) 1.4 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in

Shlyakh has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 20°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and March the driest (1.2").

38.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shlyakh

What is the population of Shlyakh?

Shlyakh has a population of 541 residents and is located in Ukraine. The population density is 225 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Shlyakh expensive to live in?

Shlyakh is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shlyakh?

Shlyakh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Shlyakh?

The job market in Shlyakh faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shlyakh?

38.4% of adults in Shlyakh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shlyakh?

The obesity rate in Shlyakh is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 76.7% are physically inactive. 4.7% of residents report depression.

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