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Uelen, Russia

Chukotka · 🇷🇺 Russia

Uelen is a small town in Chukotka, Russia with a population of 697. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 19°F (-7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
697 Population 11/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
19°F Avg Temperature -7°C
15.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Anadyr 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

Population697
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density11/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 Temp19°F (-7°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population697
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates66.1597°, -169.8098°
TimezoneAsia/Anadyr
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChukotka
Average Temperature19°F (-7°C)
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (382 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Uelen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uelen 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. Uelen 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

Uelen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 19°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Uelen has a population of 697 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 64.2 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

697
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
64.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Uelen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uelen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uelen 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: Uelen 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 Uelen, 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: Uelen 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

Uelen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 19°F (-7°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 309 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average18.8°F
65% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area64.2 sq mi (166.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates66.1597°N, 169.8098°W
TimezoneAsia/Anadyr

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 1.0 in
February -5°F (-20°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March -4°F (-20°C) 0.9 in
April 8°F (-14°C) 0.9 in
May 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in Driest
June 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
July 44°F (6°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Wettest
September 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in
October 26°F (-4°C) 1.8 in
November 16°F (-9°C) 1.5 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 1.1 in

Uelen has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from -5°F in February to 44°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and May the driest (0.7").

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 Density11/sq mi
Total Area64.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Uelen

What is the population of Uelen?

Uelen has a population of 697 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 64.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Uelen expensive to live in?

Uelen 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 Uelen?

Uelen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 19°F (-7°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Uelen?

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

How are the schools in Uelen?

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

How healthy is Uelen?

The obesity rate in Uelen 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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