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Bārūq, Iran

West Azerbaijan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Bārūq is a small town in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 4,225. Elevation: 4,446 ft (1,355 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,225 Population
4,446 ft Elevation 1,355 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
15.6 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

Population4,225
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation4,446 ft (1,355 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population4,225
Elevation4,446 ft (1,355 m)
Coordinates36.9583°, 46.3249°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceWest Azerbaijan
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (396 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Bārūq a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bārūq 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. Bārūq 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

Bārūq experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bārūq has a population of 4,225. 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

4,225
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bārūq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bārūq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bārūq 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: Bārūq 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 Bārūq, 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: Bārūq 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

Bārūq experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. 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 4,446 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation4,446 ft (1,355 m)
Coordinates36.9583°N, 46.3249°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 31°F (-1°C)
1.8"
Feb 35°F (2°C)
1.7"
Mar 44°F (7°C)
2.5"
Apr 53°F (12°C)
2.8"
May 62°F (17°C)
1.7"
Jun 72°F (22°C)
0.3"
Jul 78°F (25°C)
0.1"
Aug 78°F (25°C)
0.1"
Sep 69°F (21°C)
0.1"
Oct 59°F (15°C)
0.8"
Nov 45°F (7°C)
1.9"
Dec 36°F (2°C)
1.9"

The warmest month is July at 78°F, while the coldest is January at 31°F — a seasonal swing of 47°F. April sees the most rain (2.8"), while July is the driest (0.1").

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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