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Bāft, Iran

Kerman · 🇮🇷 Iran

Bāft is a mid-size city in Kerman, Iran with a population of 34,517. Elevation: 7,441 ft (2,268 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
34,517 Population
7,441 ft Elevation 2,268 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
6.5 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

Population34,517
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain6.5 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation7,441 ft (2,268 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population34,517
Elevation7,441 ft (2,268 m)
Coordinates29.2331°, 56.6022°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceKerman
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation6.5 inches (165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Bāft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bāft 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. Bāft 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

Bāft enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bāft has a population of 34,517. 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

34,517
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bāft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bāft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bāft 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: Bāft 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 Bāft, 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: Bāft 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

Bāft enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.5 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 7,441 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.5 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation7,441 ft (2,268 m)
Coordinates29.2331°N, 56.6022°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 37°F (3°C)
1.2"
Feb 41°F (5°C)
1.1"
Mar 47°F (8°C)
1.5"
Apr 57°F (14°C)
0.6"
May 66°F (19°C)
0.5"
Jun 74°F (23°C)
0.1"
Jul 77°F (25°C)
0.2"
Aug 75°F (24°C)
0.2"
Sep 69°F (21°C)
0.0"
Oct 59°F (15°C)
0.1"
Nov 49°F (9°C)
0.2"
Dec 41°F (5°C)
0.9"

The warmest month is July at 77°F, while the coldest is January at 37°F — a seasonal swing of 40°F. March sees the most rain (1.5"), while September is 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

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