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Yelets, Russia

Lipetsk Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Yelets is a large city in Lipetsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 115,688. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
115,688 Population 4,239/sq mi density
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
22.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow 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

Population115,688
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density4,239/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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population115,688
Population Density4,239 / sq mi
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates52.6144°, 38.5094°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceLipetsk Oblast
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (570 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.4 inches (19 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Yelets a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yelets 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. Yelets 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

Yelets has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches, including 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Yelets has a population of 115,688 with a density of 4,239 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

115,688
Total Population
4,239
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
27.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yelets vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yelets vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yelets 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: Yelets 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 Yelets, 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: Yelets 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

Yelets has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall7.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area27.3 sq mi (70.7 km²)
Population Density4,239/sq mi
Coordinates52.6144°N, 38.5094°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
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 Density4,239/sq mi
Total Area27.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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