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Akbaş, Turkey

Bartın · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Akbaş is a small town in Bartın, Turkey with a population of 748. Elevation: 814 ft (248 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
748 Population
814 ft Elevation 248 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
64.8 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

Population748
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 Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain64.8 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation814 ft (248 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population748
Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Coordinates41.3685°, 32.3234°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBartın
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation64.8 inches (1,645 mm)
Annual Snowfall43.6 inches (111 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Akbaş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akbaş 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. Akbaş 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

Akbaş enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.8 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Akbaş has a population of 748. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

748
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Akbaş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akbaş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akbaş is N/A. Per capita income is $13,375 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Akbaş 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 Akbaş, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.2% report binge drinking. 81.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Akbaş 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

Akbaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 277 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 64.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 43.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.8 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Coordinates41.3685°N, 32.3234°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in Driest
July 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
August 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Akbaş has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 41°F in February to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (2.0").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Akbaş

What is the population of Akbaş?

Akbaş has a population of 748 residents and is located in Turkey.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Akbaş expensive to live in?

Akbaş is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Akbaş?

Akbaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.8 inches, with 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Akbaş?

The job market in Akbaş faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Akbaş?

44.6% of adults in Akbaş hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Akbaş?

The obesity rate in Akbaş is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 81.3% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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