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Afşin, Turkey

Kahramanmaraş · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Afşin is a mid-size city in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey with a population of 39,613. Elevation: 4,009 ft (1,222 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
39,613 Population
4,009 ft Elevation 1,222 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
19.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
137% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population39,613
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,375
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking31.1%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation4,009 ft (1,222 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population39,613
Elevation4,009 ft (1,222 m)
Coordinates38.2477°, 36.9140°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKahramanmaraş
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.1 inches (485 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (17 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Afşin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Afşin receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Afşin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Afşin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Afşin has a population of 39,613. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

39,613
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Afşin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Afşin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Afşin is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Afşin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
137% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living31.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Afşin, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
High Blood Pressure32.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking31.1%
122% above US avg
Binge Drinking2.2%
Physical Inactivity81.3%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Afşin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.1 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,009 ft (1,222 m)
Coordinates38.2477°N, 36.9140°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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