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Balatçık, Turkey

İzmir Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Balatçık is a small city in İzmir Province, Turkey with a population of 19,082. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
19,082 Population
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
33.5 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

Population19,082
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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population19,082
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates38.5163°, 27.0475°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / Provinceİzmir Province
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (852 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Balatçık a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balatçık 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. Balatçık 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

Balatçık enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Balatçık has a population of 19,082. 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

19,082
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Balatçık vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balatçık vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balatçık 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: Balatçık 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 Balatçık, 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: Balatçık 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

Balatçık enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 335 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 33.5 inches. 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 131 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates38.5163°N, 27.0475°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in
February 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in Coldest
March 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
May 67°F (20°C) 1.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest

Balatçık has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 47°F in February to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.2").

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 Balatçık

What is the population of Balatçık?

Balatçık has a population of 19,082 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 Balatçık expensive to live in?

Balatçık 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 Balatçık?

Balatçık enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Balatçık?

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

How are the schools in Balatçık?

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

How healthy is Balatçık?

The obesity rate in Balatçık 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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