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Staraya Sunzha, Russia

Chechnya · 🇷🇺 Russia

Staraya Sunzha is a small city in Chechnya, Russia with a population of 7,860. Elevation: 367 ft (112 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
7,860 Population
367 ft Elevation 112 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
17.7 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

Population7,860
Median Age39.6 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation367 ft (112 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population7,860
Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates43.3354°, 45.7438°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChechnya
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (449 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Staraya Sunzha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Staraya Sunzha 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. Staraya Sunzha 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

Staraya Sunzha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Staraya Sunzha has a population of 7,860. 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

7,860
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Staraya Sunzha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Staraya Sunzha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Staraya Sunzha 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: Staraya Sunzha 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 Staraya Sunzha, 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: Staraya Sunzha 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

Staraya Sunzha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 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 367 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates43.3354°N, 45.7438°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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