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Damāvand, Iran

Tehran · 🇮🇷 Iran

Damāvand is a small city in Tehran, Iran with a population of 29,144. Elevation: 6,427 ft (1,959 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
29,144 Population
6,427 ft Elevation 1,959 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
8.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

People

Population29,144
Median Age32.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty2.5%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.7%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain8.1 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation6,427 ft (1,959 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population29,144
Elevation6,427 ft (1,959 m)
Coordinates35.7184°, 52.0696°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceTehran
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation8.1 inches (206 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Damāvand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Damāvand receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Damāvand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Damāvand experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Damāvand has a population of 29,144. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

29,144
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Damāvand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Damāvand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Damāvand is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Damāvand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Damāvand, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Damāvand experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 321 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 8.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,427 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.1 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation6,427 ft (1,959 m)
Coordinates35.7184°N, 52.0696°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
May 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.7 in

Damāvand has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 23°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.6") and September the driest (0.0").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Damāvand

What is the population of Damāvand?

Damāvand has a population of 29,144 residents and is located in Iran.. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Damāvand expensive to live in?

Damāvand is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Damāvand?

Damāvand has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.1 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Damāvand?

The job market in Damāvand faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Damāvand?

26.4% of adults in Damāvand hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Damāvand?

The obesity rate in Damāvand is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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