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Alakamış, Turkey

Şırnak · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Alakamış is a small town in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 1,094. Elevation: 2,090 ft (637 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,094 Population
2,090 ft Elevation 637 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
20.5 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

Population1,094
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 Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,094
Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)
Coordinates37.1591°, 41.7892°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation20.5 inches (520 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Alakamış a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alakamış 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. Alakamış 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

Alakamış enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Alakamış has a population of 1,094. 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

1,094
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Alakamış vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Alakamış vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alakamış 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: Alakamış 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 Alakamış, 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: Alakamış 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

Alakamış enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 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 2,090 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)
Coordinates37.1591°N, 41.7892°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in
March 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
April 62°F (16°C) 2.9 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
September 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
November 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in

Alakamış has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 44°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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 Alakamış

What is the population of Alakamış?

Alakamış has a population of 1,094 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 Alakamış expensive to live in?

Alakamış 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 Alakamış?

Alakamış enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Alakamış?

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

How are the schools in Alakamış?

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

How healthy is Alakamış?

The obesity rate in Alakamış 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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