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Elbistan, Turkey

Kahramanmaraş · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Elbistan is a mid-size city in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey with a population of 80,456. Elevation: 3,737 ft (1,139 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
80,456 Population 95/sq mi density
3,737 ft Elevation 1,139 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
17.6 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

Population80,456
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density95/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)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation3,737 ft (1,139 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population80,456
Population Density95 / sq mi
Elevation3,737 ft (1,139 m)
Coordinates38.2059°, 37.1983°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKahramanmaraş
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (446 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Elbistan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elbistan 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. Elbistan 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

Elbistan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Elbistan has a population of 80,456 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

80,456
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
849.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Elbistan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Elbistan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elbistan 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: Elbistan 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 Elbistan, 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: Elbistan 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

Elbistan has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,737 ft (1,139 m)
Area849.8 sq mi (2,201.0 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates38.2059°N, 37.1983°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 Density95/sq mi
Total Area849.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Ekinözü 6,298 pop · 10.1 mi Afşin 39,613 pop · 15.7 mi Nurhak 8,595 pop · 21.3 mi Darende 20,388 pop · 28.8 mi Çağlayancerit 15,530 pop · 32.2 mi Gürün 12,715 pop · 35.9 mi Doğanşehir 14,794 pop · 37.5 mi Gölbaşı 28,078 pop · 37.7 mi Göksun 34,243 pop · 40.2 mi Sakarkaya 1,053 pop · 40.3 mi Sarız 3,990 pop · 42.3 mi Akçadağ 14,788 pop · 42.9 mi Kahramanmaraş 384,953 pop · 45.4 mi Tetirlik 1,037 pop · 46.5 mi
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