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Çay, Turkey

Afyonkarahisar Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Çay is a mid-size city in Afyonkarahisar Province, Turkey with a population of 34,215. Elevation: 3,409 ft (1,039 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
34,215 Population 102/sq mi density
3,409 ft Elevation 1,039 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
19.1 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

Population34,215
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density102/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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation3,409 ft (1,039 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population34,215
Population Density102 / sq mi
Elevation3,409 ft (1,039 m)
Coordinates38.5917°, 31.0286°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAfyonkarahisar Province
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation19.1 inches (486 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.4 inches (16 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Çay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Çay 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. Çay 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

Çay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Çay has a population of 34,215 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

34,215
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
334.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Çay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Çay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Çay 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: Çay 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 Çay, 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: Çay 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

Çay has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.1 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,409 ft (1,039 m)
Area334.8 sq mi (867.0 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates38.5917°N, 31.0286°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 Density102/sq mi
Total Area334.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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