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Bahşılar, Turkey

Diyarbakır Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Bahşılar is a small town in Diyarbakır Province, Turkey with a population of 1,186. Elevation: 3,087 ft (941 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,186 Population
3,087 ft Elevation 941 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.7 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

Population1,186
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,186
Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)
Coordinates38.2418°, 40.0236°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceDiyarbakır Province
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation25.7 inches (652 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Bahşılar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bahşılar 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. Bahşılar 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

Bahşılar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bahşılar has a population of 1,186. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,186
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bahşılar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bahşılar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bahşılar is N/A. Per capita income is $13,375 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bahşılar 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 Bahşılar, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.2% report binge drinking. 81.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bahşılar 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

Bahşılar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 289 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 25.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,087 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)
Coordinates38.2418°N, 40.0236°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in Wettest
April 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
May 65°F (19°C) 2.1 in
June 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.6 in

Bahşılar has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 34°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.1").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Bahşılar

What is the population of Bahşılar?

Bahşılar has a population of 1,186 residents and is located in Turkey.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Bahşılar expensive to live in?

Bahşılar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bahşılar?

Bahşılar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bahşılar?

The job market in Bahşılar faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bahşılar?

44.6% of adults in Bahşılar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bahşılar?

The obesity rate in Bahşılar is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 81.3% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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