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Varakļāni, Latvia

Varakļāni Municipality · 🇱🇻 Latvia

Varakļāni is a small town in Varakļāni Municipality, Latvia with a population of 1,619. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,619 Population 786/sq mi density
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Riga 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 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population1,619
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density786/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,710
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking28.6%
Depression12.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.2%
Population1,619
Population Density786 / sq mi
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates56.6083°, 26.7538°
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Country🇱🇻 Latvia
State / ProvinceVarakļāni Municipality
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (679 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (23 cm)
Median Age44.4 years

Is Varakļāni a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Varakļāni 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Varakļāni offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% 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

Varakļāni has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Varakļāni has a population of 1,619 with a density of 786 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,619
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Varakļāni vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Varakļāni vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Varakļāni is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Varakļāni vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living53.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Varakļāni, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% are current smokers. 12.0% report depression. 80.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure43.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.6%
104% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity80.1%
Depression12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Varakļāni has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.7 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.4%

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates56.6083°N, 26.7538°W
TimezoneEurope/Riga
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 92.2% 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 Density786/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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