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Darende, Turkey

Malatya · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Darende is a small city in Malatya, Turkey with a population of 20,388. Elevation: 3,399 ft (1,036 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
20,388 Population 36/sq mi density
3,399 ft Elevation 1,036 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
18.0 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

Population20,388
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density36/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)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population20,388
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)
Coordinates38.5458°, 37.5058°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMalatya
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (456 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Darende a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darende 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. Darende 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

Darende experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Darende has a population of 20,388 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,388
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
572.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Darende vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Darende vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darende 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: Darende 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 Darende, 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: Darende 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

Darende has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)
Area572.2 sq mi (1,482.0 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates38.5458°N, 37.5058°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 Density36/sq mi
Total Area572.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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