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Byurakn, Armenia

Shirak · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Byurakn is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 666. Elevation: 5,577 ft (1,700 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
666 Population 865/sq mi density
5,577 ft Elevation 1,700 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population666
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density865/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation5,577 ft (1,700 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population666
Population Density865 / sq mi
Elevation5,577 ft (1,700 m)
Coordinates40.8681°, 43.7167°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (15 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Byurakn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Byurakn receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Byurakn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Byurakn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Byurakn has a population of 666 with a density of 865 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

666
Total Population
865
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Byurakn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Byurakn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Byurakn is N/A. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Byurakn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Byurakn, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Byurakn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Byurakn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,577 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation5,577 ft (1,700 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density865/sq mi
Coordinates40.8681°N, 43.7167°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
August 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.0 in

Byurakn has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 16°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.9").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density865/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Byurakn

What is the population of Byurakn?

Byurakn has a population of 666 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 865 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Byurakn expensive to live in?

Byurakn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Byurakn?

Byurakn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Byurakn?

The job market in Byurakn faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Byurakn?

15.0% of adults in Byurakn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Byurakn?

The obesity rate in Byurakn is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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