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Taurage, Lithuania

Tauragė County · 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Taurage is a small city in Tauragė County, Lithuania with a population of 21,203. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
21,203 Population 3,499/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
30.3 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

Population21,203
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density3,499/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)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband88.5%
Population21,203
Population Density3,499 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates55.2522°, 22.2897°
TimezoneEurope/Vilnius
Country🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / ProvinceTauragė County
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.3 inches (769 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Age44.5 years

Is Taurage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taurage 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. Taurage 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

Taurage has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Taurage has a population of 21,203 with a density of 3,499 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

21,203
Total Population
3,499
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Taurage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taurage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taurage 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: Taurage 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 Taurage, 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: Taurage 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

Taurage has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. The area enjoys 281 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.3 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median6.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.7%

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density3,499/sq mi
Coordinates55.2522°N, 22.2897°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 Density3,499/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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