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Ashotsk, Armenia

Shirak · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Ashotsk is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 3,325. Elevation: 6,555 ft (1,998 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
3,325 Population 16/sq mi density
6,555 ft Elevation 1,998 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
29.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population3,325
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation6,555 ft (1,998 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population3,325
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation6,555 ft (1,998 m)
Coordinates41.0377°, 43.8584°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation29.9 inches (759 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.0 inches (30 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Ashotsk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashotsk receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ashotsk has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ashotsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.9 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Ashotsk has a population of 3,325 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 211.2 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,325
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
211.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashotsk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ashotsk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashotsk is N/A. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ashotsk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ashotsk, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Ashotsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,555 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average34.4°F
36% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.9 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation6,555 ft (1,998 m)
Area211.2 sq mi (547.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates41.0377°N, 43.8584°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 15°F (-10°C) 1.7 in
March 20°F (-6°C) 2.0 in
April 32°F (0°C) 3.0 in
May 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
August 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.7 in

Ashotsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 14°F in January to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.5").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area211.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ashotsk

What is the population of Ashotsk?

Ashotsk has a population of 3,325 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 211.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Ashotsk expensive to live in?

Ashotsk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ashotsk?

Ashotsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.9 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Ashotsk?

The job market in Ashotsk faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ashotsk?

15.0% of adults in Ashotsk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ashotsk?

The obesity rate in Ashotsk is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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