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Zeya, Russia

Amur Oblast · 🇷🇺 Russia

Zeya is a small city in Amur Oblast, Russia with a population of 26,999. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 28°F (-2°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
26,999 Population 1,793/sq mi density
725 ft Elevation 221 meters
28°F Avg Temperature -2°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yakutsk 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

Population26,999
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,793/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 Temp28°F (-2°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.3%
Population26,999
Population Density1,793 / sq mi
Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Coordinates53.7359°, 127.2560°
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceAmur Oblast
Average Temperature28°F (-2°C)
January Average-14°F (-26°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (543 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Age39.6 years

Is Zeya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zeya 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. Zeya 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

Zeya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Zeya has a population of 26,999 with a density of 1,793 people per square mile, spread across 15.1 square miles. 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

26,999
Total Population
1,793
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
15.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Zeya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zeya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zeya 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: Zeya 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 Zeya, 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: Zeya 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

Zeya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 81°F. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 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 725 feet.

Temperature

-14°F Jan (-26°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average28.0°F
48% below US avg
January Average-14°F (-26°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.2%

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area15.1 sq mi (39.0 km²)
Population Density1,793/sq mi
Coordinates53.7359°N, 127.2560°W
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -14°F (-26°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February -4°F (-20°C) 0.2 in
March 13°F (-10°C) 0.4 in
April 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 5.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.9 in
October 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
November 3°F (-16°C) 0.6 in
December -13°F (-25°C) 0.3 in

Zeya has a seasonal temperature swing of 81°F — from -14°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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

Population Density1,793/sq mi
Total Area15.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zeya

What is the population of Zeya?

Zeya has a population of 26,999 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1,793 people per square mile, spread across 15.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Zeya expensive to live in?

Zeya 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 Zeya?

Zeya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Zeya?

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

How are the schools in Zeya?

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

How healthy is Zeya?

The obesity rate in Zeya 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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