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Dashtakar, Armenia

Ararat · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Dashtakar is a small town in Ararat, Armenia with a population of 616. Elevation: 3,176 ft (968 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
616 Population 413/sq mi density
3,176 ft Elevation 968 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
11.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population616
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density413/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation3,176 ft (968 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population616
Population Density413 / sq mi
Elevation3,176 ft (968 m)
Coordinates39.9223°, 44.7557°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceArarat
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation11.6 inches (295 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Dashtakar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dashtakar receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Dashtakar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dashtakar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Dashtakar has a population of 616 with a density of 413 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

616
Total Population
413
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dashtakar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dashtakar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dashtakar is N/A. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dashtakar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dashtakar, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Dashtakar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 315 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 11.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,176 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.6 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation3,176 ft (968 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density413/sq mi
Coordinates39.9223°N, 44.7557°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
October 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
December 32°F (0°C) 0.7 in

Dashtakar has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 26°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and September the driest (0.4").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density413/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dashtakar

What is the population of Dashtakar?

Dashtakar has a population of 616 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 413 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Dashtakar expensive to live in?

Dashtakar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dashtakar?

Dashtakar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.6 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Dashtakar?

The job market in Dashtakar faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dashtakar?

15.0% of adults in Dashtakar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dashtakar?

The obesity rate in Dashtakar is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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