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Ardakān, Iran

Yazd Province · 🇮🇷 Iran

Ardakān is a mid-size city in Yazd Province, Iran with a population of 58,834. Elevation: 3,412 ft (1,040 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
58,834 Population
3,412 ft Elevation 1,040 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
4.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

People

Population58,834
Median Age32.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty2.5%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.7%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain4.0 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation3,412 ft (1,040 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population58,834
Elevation3,412 ft (1,040 m)
Coordinates32.3100°, 54.0175°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceYazd Province
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation4.0 inches (102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Ardakān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ardakān receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ardakān offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ardakān enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ardakān has a population of 58,834. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

58,834
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ardakān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ardakān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ardakān is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ardakān vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ardakān, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ardakān vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Ardakān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 329 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 4.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,412 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.0 inches
89% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation3,412 ft (1,040 m)
Coordinates32.3100°N, 54.0175°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
June 87°F (30°C) 0.0 in
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
December 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in

Ardakān has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 42°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and July the driest (0.0").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ardakān

What is the population of Ardakān?

Ardakān has a population of 58,834 residents and is located in Iran.. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Ardakān expensive to live in?

Ardakān is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ardakān?

Ardakān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Ardakān?

The job market in Ardakān faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ardakān?

26.4% of adults in Ardakān hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ardakān?

The obesity rate in Ardakān is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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