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Akşehir, Turkey

Konya · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Akşehir is a mid-size city in Konya, Turkey with a population of 64,446. Elevation: 3,389 ft (1,033 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
64,446 Population
3,389 ft Elevation 1,033 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
20.9 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

Population64,446
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation3,389 ft (1,033 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population64,446
Elevation3,389 ft (1,033 m)
Coordinates38.3575°, 31.4164°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKonya
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.9 inches (530 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Akşehir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akşehir 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. Akşehir 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

Akşehir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Akşehir has a population of 64,446. 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

64,446
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Akşehir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akşehir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akşehir 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: Akşehir 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 Akşehir, 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: Akşehir 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

Akşehir experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 298 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 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.3 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 3,389 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,389 ft (1,033 m)
Coordinates38.3575°N, 31.4164°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in Wettest

Akşehir has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 34°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (0.5").

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 Akşehir

What is the population of Akşehir?

Akşehir has a population of 64,446 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 Akşehir expensive to live in?

Akşehir 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 Akşehir?

Akşehir has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Akşehir?

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

How are the schools in Akşehir?

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

How healthy is Akşehir?

The obesity rate in Akşehir 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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