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Ayvalık, Turkey

Şırnak · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Ayvalık is a small town in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 802. Elevation: 3,855 ft (1,175 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
802 Population
3,855 ft Elevation 1,175 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
30.9 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

Population802
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population802
Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Coordinates37.4828°, 43.1148°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (786 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Ayvalık a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ayvalık 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. Ayvalık 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

Ayvalık experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Ayvalık has a population of 802. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

802
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ayvalık vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ayvalık vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ayvalık is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ayvalık 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 Ayvalık, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ayvalık 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

Ayvalık has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.9 inches. The area enjoys 280 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.9 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Coordinates37.4828°N, 43.1148°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

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

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