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Sokhumi, Georgia

Abkhazia · 🇬🇪 Georgia

Sokhumi is a mid-size city in Abkhazia, Georgia with a population of 65,439. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
65,439 Population 6,280/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
61.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.1%
236% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

People

Population65,439
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density6,280/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,284
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty4.2%

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.9%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain61.9 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.9%
Population65,439
Population Density6,280 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates43.0070°, 40.9893°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇬🇪 Georgia
State / ProvinceAbkhazia
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation61.9 inches (1,571 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age38.3 years

Is Sokhumi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sokhumi receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sokhumi has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sokhumi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Sokhumi has a population of 65,439 with a density of 6,280 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.4% female and 46.6% male. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

65,439
Total Population
6,280
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sokhumi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sokhumi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sokhumi is N/A. Per capita income is $8,284 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sokhumi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,284

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sokhumi, 34.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 44.5% have high blood pressure. 30.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.5% report binge drinking. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
High Blood Pressure44.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.9%
121% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Sokhumi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches (wetter 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 19 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.9 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.1%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density6,280/sq mi
Coordinates43.0070°N, 40.9893°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.9 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in
April 49°F (10°C) 5.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
June 62°F (17°C) 5.2 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 4.6 in
September 61°F (16°C) 5.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 6.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 6.4 in
December 38°F (4°C) 6.7 in Wettest

Sokhumi has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 35°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (3.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 81.9% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,280/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sokhumi

What is the population of Sokhumi?

Sokhumi has a population of 65,439 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 6,280 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.3 years. The population is 53.4% female and 46.6% male.

Is Sokhumi expensive to live in?

Sokhumi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sokhumi?

Sokhumi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Sokhumi?

The job market in Sokhumi faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sokhumi?

22.0% of adults in Sokhumi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sokhumi?

The obesity rate in Sokhumi is 34.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 30.9% of adults are smokers. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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