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Velyka Rudka, Ukraine

Poltava · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Velyka Rudka is a small town in Poltava, Ukraine with a population of 583. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
583 Population 729/sq mi density
482 ft Elevation 147 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
32.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Kyiv Timezone
$4,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$4,500 median income, 9.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$250/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $4,500
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $250
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
173% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

People

Population583
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density729/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

F
Median Income$4,500
Per Capita$5,140
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty24.1%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$250
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.2%
Depression4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation482 ft (147 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband82.4%
Population583
Population Density729 / sq mi
Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Coordinates49.7485°, 34.4616°
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv
Country🇺🇦 Ukraine
State / ProvincePoltava
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (827 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.9 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income$4,500
Median Age41.2 years

Is Velyka Rudka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Velyka Rudka receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Velyka Rudka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Velyka Rudka is $4,500, 94% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Velyka Rudka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches, including 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Velyka Rudka has a population of 583 with a density of 729 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. 21.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

583
Total Population
729
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Velyka Rudka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Velyka Rudka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Velyka Rudka is $4,500, which is 94% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $5,140 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Velyka Rudka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$4,500
94% below US avg
Per Capita Income$5,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
173% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $250 (79% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$250
79% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%
Renter-Occupied6.8%

Property Tax

In Velyka Rudka, 23.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 43.1% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.4% report binge drinking. 76.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Velyka Rudka vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.4%
Physical Inactivity76.7%
Depression4.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Velyka Rudka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. The area receives 28.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.5 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall28.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.5%

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density729/sq mi
Coordinates49.7485°N, 34.4616°W
TimezoneEurope/Kyiv

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Coldest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 1.8 in

Velyka Rudka has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 23°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.3").

38.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density729/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Velyka Rudka

What is the population of Velyka Rudka?

Velyka Rudka has a population of 583 residents and is located in Ukraine. The population density is 729 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Velyka Rudka expensive to live in?

Velyka Rudka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $4,500, 94% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $250 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Velyka Rudka?

Velyka Rudka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches, with 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Velyka Rudka?

The job market in Velyka Rudka faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Velyka Rudka?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $250.

How are the schools in Velyka Rudka?

38.4% of adults in Velyka Rudka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Velyka Rudka?

The obesity rate in Velyka Rudka is 23.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 76.7% are physically inactive. 4.7% of residents report depression.

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