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Ust-Kuyga, Russia

Sakha · 🇷🇺 Russia

Ust-Kuyga is a small town in Sakha, Russia with a population of 1,517. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 4°F (-15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,517 Population
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
4°F Avg Temperature -15°C
9.4 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

Population1,517
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 Temp4°F (-15°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.4 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population1,517
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates70.0021°, 135.5488°
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature4°F (-15°C)
January Average-41°F (-41°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation9.4 inches (239 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Ust-Kuyga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ust-Kuyga 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. Ust-Kuyga 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

Ust-Kuyga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F. Winters average -41°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ust-Kuyga has a population of 1,517. 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

1,517
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ust-Kuyga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ust-Kuyga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ust-Kuyga 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: Ust-Kuyga 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 Ust-Kuyga, 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: Ust-Kuyga 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

Ust-Kuyga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F (-15°C). Winters average -41°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 95°F. The area gets 319 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 9.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 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 171 feet.

Temperature

-41°F Jan (-41°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average4.4°F
92% below US avg
January Average-41°F (-41°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.4 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates70.0021°N, 135.5488°W
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -41°F (-41°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February -36°F (-38°C) 0.4 in
March -22°F (-30°C) 0.3 in
April 2°F (-17°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 28°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
July 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
September 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in
October 4°F (-16°C) 0.7 in
November -28°F (-33°C) 0.5 in
December -35°F (-37°C) 0.4 in

Ust-Kuyga has a seasonal temperature swing of 95°F — from -41°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.9") and April the driest (0.3").

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 Ust-Kuyga

What is the population of Ust-Kuyga?

Ust-Kuyga has a population of 1,517 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 Ust-Kuyga expensive to live in?

Ust-Kuyga 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 Ust-Kuyga?

Ust-Kuyga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F (-15°C). Winter temperatures average -41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.4 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Ust-Kuyga?

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

How are the schools in Ust-Kuyga?

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

How healthy is Ust-Kuyga?

The obesity rate in Ust-Kuyga 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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