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Balçık, Turkey

Kocaeli · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Balçık is a small town in Kocaeli, Turkey with a population of 1,102. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,102 Population
686 ft Elevation 209 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
30.2 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

Population1,102
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,102
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates40.8725°, 29.4283°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKocaeli
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (768 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Balçık a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balçık 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. Balçık 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

Balçık enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Balçık has a population of 1,102. 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

1,102
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Balçık vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balçık vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balçık 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: Balçık 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 Balçık, 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: Balçık 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

Balçık enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.2 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 686 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.2 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates40.8725°N, 29.4283°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
September 67°F (20°C) 2.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in Wettest

Balçık has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.1").

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 Balçık

What is the population of Balçık?

Balçık has a population of 1,102 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 Balçık expensive to live in?

Balçık 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 Balçık?

Balçık enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Balçık?

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

How are the schools in Balçık?

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

How healthy is Balçık?

The obesity rate in Balçık 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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