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Svetlaya, Russia

Primorye · 🇷🇺 Russia

Svetlaya is a small town in Primorye, Russia with a population of 1,109. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,109 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vladivostok 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

Population1,109
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 Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population1,109
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates46.5406°, 138.3313°
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvincePrimorye
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (894 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Svetlaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Svetlaya 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. Svetlaya 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

Svetlaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Svetlaya has a population of 1,109. 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

1,109
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Svetlaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Svetlaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Svetlaya 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: Svetlaya 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 Svetlaya, 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: Svetlaya 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

Svetlaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 9.8 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average34.4°F
36% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates46.5406°N, 138.3313°W
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-15°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 10°F (-12°C) 1.1 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.6 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.9 in
August 62°F (17°C) 5.6 in Warmest, Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 2.2 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 1.2 in

Svetlaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 4°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.1").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Svetlaya

What is the population of Svetlaya?

Svetlaya has a population of 1,109 residents and is located in Russia.. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Svetlaya expensive to live in?

Svetlaya 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 Svetlaya?

Svetlaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Svetlaya?

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

How are the schools in Svetlaya?

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

How healthy is Svetlaya?

The obesity rate in Svetlaya 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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