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Bushehr, Iran

Bushehr · 🇮🇷 Iran

Bushehr is a large city in Bushehr, Iran with a population of 165,377. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
165,377 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
9.5 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

Population165,377
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population165,377
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates28.9689°, 50.8366°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceBushehr
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation9.5 inches (241 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Bushehr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bushehr 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. Bushehr 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

Bushehr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bushehr has a population of 165,377. 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

165,377
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bushehr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bushehr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bushehr 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: Bushehr 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 Bushehr, 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: Bushehr 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

Bushehr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.5 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates28.9689°N, 50.8366°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
March 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in
April 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
June 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
September 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
December 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in

Bushehr has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 53°F in January to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Bushehr

What is the population of Bushehr?

Bushehr has a population of 165,377 residents and is located in Iran.. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Bushehr expensive to live in?

Bushehr is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bushehr?

Bushehr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Bushehr?

The job market in Bushehr faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bushehr?

26.4% of adults in Bushehr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bushehr?

The obesity rate in Bushehr is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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