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Verkhoyansk
City in Sakha, Russia
Overview
Verkhoyansk is a remote town in Sakha, Russia, known as one of the coldest inhabited places on earth. With its small population and staggering natural surroundings, it's a destination for adventurous travelers seeking an authentic life-at-the-edge experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Russia
Republic
Sakha
Population
745
Time Zone
Europe/Moscow
Coordinates
67.55°, 133.39°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$800
Local Cost
$550
Local Income
$200
Cashless
10
English
10
Temperature
-12.8°C
Summer Avg
12.6°C
Winter Avg
-38.5°C
Record High
33.2°C
Record Low
-58.6°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
379 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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