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Akköy, Turkey

Denizli · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Akköy is a small town in Denizli, Turkey with a population of 2,520. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,520 Population
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.2 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

Population2,520
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population2,520
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates37.9569°, 29.0781°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceDenizli
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Akköy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akköy 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. Akköy 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

Akköy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Akköy has a population of 2,520. 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

2,520
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Akköy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akköy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akköy 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: Akköy 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 Akköy, 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: Akköy 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

Akköy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 696 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates37.9569°N, 29.0781°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
March 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
December 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Akköy has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 44°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (0.3").

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 Akköy

What is the population of Akköy?

Akköy has a population of 2,520 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 Akköy expensive to live in?

Akköy 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 Akköy?

Akköy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Akköy?

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

How are the schools in Akköy?

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

How healthy is Akköy?

The obesity rate in Akköy 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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