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Çankaya, Turkey

Ankara · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Çankaya is a major city in Ankara, Turkey with a population of 792,189. Elevation: 2,789 ft (850 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
792,189 Population 4,248/sq mi density
2,789 ft Elevation 850 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
15.8 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

Population792,189
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density4,248/mi²
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,789 ft (850 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population792,189
Population Density4,248 / sq mi
Elevation2,789 ft (850 m)
Coordinates39.9179°, 32.8627°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAnkara
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation15.8 inches (400 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Çankaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Çankaya 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. Çankaya 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

Çankaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Çankaya has a population of 792,189 with a density of 4,248 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

792,189
Total Population
4,248
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
186.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Çankaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Çankaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Çankaya is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Çankaya 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 Çankaya, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Çankaya 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

Çankaya has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. The area enjoys 307 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,789 ft (850 m)
Area186.5 sq mi (483.0 km²)
Population Density4,248/sq mi
Coordinates39.9179°N, 32.8627°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,248/sq mi
Total Area186.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Ankara 3,517,182 pop · 0.5 mi Kavaklıdere 6,190 pop · 0.5 mi Kızılay 1,311 pop · 0.7 mi Gaziosmanpaşa 3,621 pop · 1.5 mi Mebusevleri 4,338 pop · 1.9 mi Bahçelievler 10,638 pop · 2.1 mi İncirli 30,440 pop · 4.7 mi Etlik 32,156 pop · 4.9 mi Batikent 300,000 pop · 7.8 mi Çayyolu 6,695 pop · 8.5 mi Gölbaşı 165,201 pop · 9.3 mi Kızılcaşar 8,581 pop · 9.5 mi Örencik 1,074 pop · 9.7 mi İncek 5,578 pop · 11.6 mi
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