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Akçam, Turkey

Erzurum · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Akçam is a small town in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 541. Elevation: 6,302 ft (1,921 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
541 Population
6,302 ft Elevation 1,921 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
18.0 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

Population541
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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population541
Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Coordinates39.8597°, 41.9817°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzurum
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (458 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.8 inches (17 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Akçam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akçam 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. Akçam 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

Akçam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Akçam has a population of 541. 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

541
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Akçam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akçam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akçam 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: Akçam 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 Akçam, 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: Akçam 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

Akçam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. 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 6,302 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Coordinates39.8597°N, 41.9817°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.2 in

Akçam has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 15°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.8") and September the driest (0.7").

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 Akçam

What is the population of Akçam?

Akçam has a population of 541 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 Akçam expensive to live in?

Akçam 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 Akçam?

Akçam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Akçam?

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

How are the schools in Akçam?

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

How healthy is Akçam?

The obesity rate in Akçam 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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