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Šilalė, Lithuania

Tauragė County · 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Šilalė is a small town in Tauragė County, Lithuania with a population of 4,640. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,640 Population 3,437/sq mi density
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Vilnius Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
87% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

People

Population4,640
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density3,437/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,786
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty1.1%

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.2%
Depression16.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI6 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population4,640
Population Density3,437 / sq mi
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates55.4898°, 22.1869°
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
Country🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / ProvinceTauragė County
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.7 inches (30 cm)
Median Age44.5 years

Is Šilalė a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Šilalė receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Šilalė offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Šilalė has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Šilalė has a population of 4,640 with a density of 3,437 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,640
Total Population
3,437
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Šilalė vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Šilalė vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Šilalė is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Šilalė vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,786

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
87% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Šilalė, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% are current smokers. 16.8% report depression. 80.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
High Blood Pressure48.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.2%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Šilalė has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 280 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density3,437/sq mi
Coordinates55.4898°N, 22.1869°W
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,437/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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