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Tiraspol, Moldova

Transnistria · 🇲🇩 Moldova

Tiraspol is a large city in Transnistria, Moldova with a population of 157,000. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
157,000 Population 8,131/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
20.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Chisinau Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population157,000
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density8,131/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,800
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.4%
Depression12.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.2%
Population157,000
Population Density8,131 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates46.8428°, 29.6284°
TimezoneEurope/Chisinau
Country🇲🇩 Moldova
State / ProvinceTransnistria
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.1 inches (510 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age39.9 years

Is Tiraspol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tiraspol receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Tiraspol has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tiraspol experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Tiraspol has a population of 157,000 with a density of 8,131 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54% female and 46% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

157,000
Total Population
8,131
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
19.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Tiraspol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tiraspol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tiraspol is N/A. Per capita income is $6,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (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 40.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tiraspol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Tiraspol, 23.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 30.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.1% report binge drinking. 75.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.4%
117% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity75.7%
Depression12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Tiraspol experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area19.3 sq mi (50.0 km²)
Population Density8,131/sq mi
Coordinates46.8428°N, 29.6284°W
TimezoneEurope/Chisinau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in Driest
November 40°F (4°C) 1.4 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.5 in

Tiraspol has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 27°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and October the driest (1.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8,131/sq mi
Total Area19.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tiraspol

What is the population of Tiraspol?

Tiraspol has a population of 157,000 residents and is located in Moldova. The population density is 8,131 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.9 years. The population is 54% female and 46% male.

Is Tiraspol expensive to live in?

Tiraspol is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Tiraspol?

Tiraspol has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Tiraspol?

The job market in Tiraspol is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Tiraspol?

15.0% of adults in Tiraspol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tiraspol?

The obesity rate in Tiraspol is 23.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.4% of adults are smokers. 75.7% are physically inactive. 12.0% of residents report depression.

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