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Udachny, Russia

Sakha · 🇷🇺 Russia

Udachny is a small city in Sakha, Russia with a population of 15,266. Elevation: 1,033 ft (315 m). Average temperature: 10°F (-12°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
15,266 Population 19,826/sq mi density
1,033 ft Elevation 315 meters
10°F Avg Temperature -12°C
12.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yakutsk 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

Population15,266
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density19,826/mi²
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 Temp10°F (-12°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population15,266
Population Density19,826 / sq mi
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Coordinates66.4299°, 112.4021°
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature10°F (-12°C)
January Average-37°F (-38°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation12.7 inches (322 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Udachny a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Udachny 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. Udachny 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

Udachny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F. Winters average -37°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Udachny has a population of 15,266 with a density of 19,826 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. 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

15,266
Total Population
19,826
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Udachny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Udachny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Udachny 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: Udachny 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 Udachny, 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: Udachny 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

Udachny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F (-12°C). Winters average -37°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 96°F. The area gets 313 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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.3 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 1,033 feet.

Temperature

-37°F Jan (-38°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average10.2°F
81% below US avg
January Average-37°F (-38°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density19,826/sq mi
Coordinates66.4299°N, 112.4021°W
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -37°F (-38°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February -29°F (-34°C) 0.4 in Driest
March -10°F (-23°C) 0.4 in
April 11°F (-11°C) 0.6 in
May 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in
June 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
September 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in
October 11°F (-12°C) 1.1 in
November -21°F (-30°C) 0.8 in
December -31°F (-35°C) 0.5 in

Udachny has a seasonal temperature swing of 96°F — from -37°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (0.4").

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

Population Density19,826/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Udachny

What is the population of Udachny?

Udachny has a population of 15,266 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 19,826 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Udachny expensive to live in?

Udachny 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 Udachny?

Udachny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 10°F (-12°C). Winter temperatures average -37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.7 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Udachny?

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

How are the schools in Udachny?

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

How healthy is Udachny?

The obesity rate in Udachny 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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