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

Population1,139

Median Age44.4 yrs

Density473/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 (5°C)

AQI160 (Unhealthy)

Rain24.0 in/yr

Sunny Days292/yr

Elevation318 ft (97 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband92.2%

Population	1,139
Population Density	473 / sq mi
Elevation	318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates	57.1846°, 27.6722°
Timezone	Europe/Riga
Country	🇱🇻 Latvia
State / Province	Balvi Municipality
Average Temperature	42°F (5°C)
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	24.0 inches (610 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	44.4 years

Is Viļaka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viļaka 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. Viļaka 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

Viļaka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Viļaka has a population of 1,139 with a density of 473 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,139

Total Population

473

People / sq mi

44.4yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%

Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Viļaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Viļaka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viļaka 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: Viļaka 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 Viļaka, 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: Viļaka 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

Viļaka has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	41.7°F
	23% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.0 inches
	37% below US avg
Snowfall	7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	160.0
Rating	Unhealthy
Good Days %	16.4%

Geography

Elevation	318 ft (97 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density	473/sq mi
Coordinates	57.1846°N, 27.6722°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	473/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Viļaka, Latvia

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Viļaka a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Viļaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Viļaka vs U.S. Average

Income: Viļaka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Viļaka 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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