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Alanköy, Turkey

Samsun · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Alanköy is a small town in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 543. Elevation: 2,497 ft (761 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
543 Population
2,497 ft Elevation 761 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.9 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

Population543
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population543
Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Coordinates41.1372°, 35.1340°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Alanköy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alanköy 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. Alanköy 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

Alanköy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Alanköy has a population of 543. 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

543
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Alanköy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Alanköy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alanköy 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: Alanköy 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 Alanköy, 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: Alanköy 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

Alanköy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 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 2,497 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Coordinates41.1372°N, 35.1340°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 1.6 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 1.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.4 in

Alanköy has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 29°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.0").

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 Alanköy

What is the population of Alanköy?

Alanköy has a population of 543 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 Alanköy expensive to live in?

Alanköy 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 Alanköy?

Alanköy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Alanköy?

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

How are the schools in Alanköy?

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

How healthy is Alanköy?

The obesity rate in Alanköy 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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