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Āshtīān, Iran

Markazi · 🇮🇷 Iran

Āshtīān is a small city in Markazi, Iran with a population of 8,763. Elevation: 6,801 ft (2,073 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
8,763 Population
6,801 ft Elevation 2,073 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
9.0 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

Population8,763
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation6,801 ft (2,073 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population8,763
Elevation6,801 ft (2,073 m)
Coordinates34.5230°, 50.0061°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceMarkazi
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation9.0 inches (228 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Āshtīān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Āshtīān 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. Āshtīān 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

Āshtīān experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Āshtīān has a population of 8,763. 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

8,763
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Āshtīān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Āshtīān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Āshtīān 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: Āshtīān 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 Āshtīān, 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: Āshtīān 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

Āshtīān experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 320 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 9.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. 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 6,801 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation6,801 ft (2,073 m)
Coordinates34.5230°N, 50.0061°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
November 42°F (5°C) 0.7 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in

Āshtīān has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 25°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.7") and September 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 Āshtīān

What is the population of Āshtīān?

Āshtīān has a population of 8,763 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 Āshtīān expensive to live in?

Āshtīān 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 Āshtīān?

Āshtīān has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.0 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Āshtīān?

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

How are the schools in Āshtīān?

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

How healthy is Āshtīān?

The obesity rate in Āshtīān 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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