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Bāneh, Iran

Kurdistan Province · 🇮🇷 Iran

Bāneh is a large city in Kurdistan Province, Iran with a population of 104,799. Elevation: 5,003 ft (1,525 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
104,799 Population 171/sq mi density
5,003 ft Elevation 1,525 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
30.0 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

Population104,799
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density171/mi²
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population104,799
Population Density171 / sq mi
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Coordinates35.9975°, 45.8853°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceKurdistan Province
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation30.0 inches (763 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.1 inches (36 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Bāneh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bāneh 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. Bāneh 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

Bāneh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bāneh has a population of 104,799 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

104,799
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
611.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bāneh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bāneh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bāneh is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bāneh 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 Bāneh, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Bāneh 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

Bāneh has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Area611.8 sq mi (1,584.5 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates35.9975°N, 45.8853°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area611.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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