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

Population1,473

Median Age44.4 yrs

Density1,637/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 Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI160 (Unhealthy)

Rain26.2 in/yr

Sunny Days288/yr

Elevation384 ft (117 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband92.2%

Population	1,473
Population Density	1,637 / sq mi
Elevation	384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates	56.3475°, 25.5551°
Timezone	Europe/Riga
Country	🇱🇻 Latvia
State / Province	Jēkabpils Municipality
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age	44.4 years

Is Viesīte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viesīte 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. Viesīte 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

Viesīte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Viesīte has a population of 1,473 with a density of 1,637 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,473

Total Population

1,637

People / sq mi

44.4yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%

Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Viesīte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Viesīte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viesīte 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: Viesīte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$22,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.6%
	83% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	53.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Viesīte, 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: Viesīte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.3%
	24% below US avg
Diabetes	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	43.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	28.6%
	104% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.7%
Physical Inactivity	80.1%
Depression	12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	77.0%

Food & Exercise

Viesīte has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. The area enjoys 288 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	42.5°F
	21% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	26.2 inches
	31% below US avg
Snowfall	8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	160.0
Rating	Unhealthy
Good Days %	16.4%

Geography

Elevation	384 ft (117 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density	1,637/sq mi
Coordinates	56.3475°N, 25.5551°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Density	1,637/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Viesīte, Latvia

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Viesīte a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Viesīte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Viesīte vs U.S. Average

Income: Viesīte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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