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Verkhnyaya Ivolga, Russia

Buryatiya Republic · 🇷🇺 Russia

Verkhnyaya Ivolga is a small town in Buryatiya Republic, Russia with a population of 981. Elevation: 1,883 ft (574 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
981 Population
1,883 ft Elevation 574 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
10.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk 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

Population981
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 Temp30°F (-1°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,883 ft (574 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population981
Elevation1,883 ft (574 m)
Coordinates51.7518°, 107.1957°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBuryatiya Republic
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation10.7 inches (272 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Verkhnyaya Ivolga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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. Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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

Verkhnyaya Ivolga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Verkhnyaya Ivolga has a population of 981. 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

981
Total Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Verkhnyaya Ivolga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Verkhnyaya Ivolga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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: Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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 Verkhnyaya Ivolga, 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: Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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

Verkhnyaya Ivolga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 74°F. The area gets 317 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 10.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 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 1,883 feet.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average30.2°F
44% below US avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.7 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation1,883 ft (574 m)
Coordinates51.7518°N, 107.1957°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -9°F (-23°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February -1°F (-18°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.1 in
April 34°F (1°C) 0.3 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 47°F (9°C) 1.3 in
October 31°F (-0°C) 0.3 in
November 13°F (-11°C) 0.4 in
December -2°F (-19°C) 0.3 in

Verkhnyaya Ivolga has a seasonal temperature swing of 74°F — from -9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.1").

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 Verkhnyaya Ivolga

What is the population of Verkhnyaya Ivolga?

Verkhnyaya Ivolga has a population of 981 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 Verkhnyaya Ivolga expensive to live in?

Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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 Verkhnyaya Ivolga?

Verkhnyaya Ivolga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Verkhnyaya Ivolga?

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

How are the schools in Verkhnyaya Ivolga?

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

How healthy is Verkhnyaya Ivolga?

The obesity rate in Verkhnyaya Ivolga 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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