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Çelikhan, Turkey

Adıyaman Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Çelikhan is a small city in Adıyaman Province, Turkey with a population of 12,961. Elevation: 4,573 ft (1,394 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,961 Population
4,573 ft Elevation 1,394 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
23.3 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

Population12,961
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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation4,573 ft (1,394 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population12,961
Elevation4,573 ft (1,394 m)
Coordinates38.0256°, 38.2367°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAdıyaman Province
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation23.3 inches (591 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Çelikhan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Çelikhan 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. Çelikhan 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

Çelikhan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Çelikhan has a population of 12,961. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,961
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Çelikhan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Çelikhan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Çelikhan 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: Çelikhan 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 Çelikhan, 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: Çelikhan 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

Çelikhan has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,573 ft (1,394 m)
Coordinates38.0256°N, 38.2367°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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