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Verkhnyaya Salda, Russia

Sverdlovsk Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Verkhnyaya Salda is a mid-size city in Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 48,992. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
48,992 Population 1,762/sq mi density
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 1°C
20.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yekaterinburg 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

Population48,992
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,762/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 Temp35°F (1°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population48,992
Population Density1,762 / sq mi
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates58.0450°, 60.5510°
TimezoneAsia/Yekaterinburg
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSverdlovsk Oblast
Average Temperature35°F (1°C)
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation20.7 inches (526 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (16 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Verkhnyaya Salda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verkhnyaya Salda 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 Salda 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 Salda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Verkhnyaya Salda has a population of 48,992 with a density of 1,762 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

48,992
Total Population
1,762
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
27.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Verkhnyaya Salda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Verkhnyaya Salda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verkhnyaya Salda is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Verkhnyaya Salda 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 Salda, 24.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 84.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Verkhnyaya Salda 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 Salda has an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. The area enjoys 298 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²)
Population Density1,762/sq mi
Coordinates58.0450°N, 60.5510°W
TimezoneAsia/Yekaterinburg
27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,762/sq mi
Total Area27.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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