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Çakırtaş, Turkey

Iğdır · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Çakırtaş is a small town in Iğdır, Turkey with a population of 593. Elevation: 2,799 ft (853 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
593 Population
2,799 ft Elevation 853 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
10.1 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

Population593
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation2,799 ft (853 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population593
Elevation2,799 ft (853 m)
Coordinates40.0158°, 44.0743°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceIğdır
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (257 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Çakırtaş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Çakırtaş 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. Çakırtaş 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

Çakırtaş enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 337 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Çakırtaş has a population of 593. 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

593
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Çakırtaş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Çakırtaş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Çakırtaş 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: Çakırtaş 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 Çakırtaş, 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: Çakırtaş 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

Çakırtaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 337 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. 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 2,799 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,799 ft (853 m)
Coordinates40.0158°N, 44.0743°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Wettest
June 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
December 32°F (0°C) 0.6 in

Çakırtaş has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 30°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").

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 Çakırtaş

What is the population of Çakırtaş?

Çakırtaş has a population of 593 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 Çakırtaş expensive to live in?

Çakırtaş 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 Çakırtaş?

Çakırtaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Çakırtaş?

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

How are the schools in Çakırtaş?

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

How healthy is Çakırtaş?

The obesity rate in Çakırtaş 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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