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Erciş, Turkey

Van · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Erciş is a mid-size city in Van, Turkey with a population of 91,915. Elevation: 5,518 ft (1,682 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
91,915 Population 112/sq mi density
5,518 ft Elevation 1,682 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
19.5 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

Population91,915
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density112/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation5,518 ft (1,682 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population91,915
Population Density112 / sq mi
Elevation5,518 ft (1,682 m)
Coordinates39.0259°, 43.3596°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (494 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (17 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Erciş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erciş 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. Erciş 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

Erciş has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Erciş has a population of 91,915 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

91,915
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
823.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Erciş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Erciş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erciş 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: Erciş 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 Erciş, 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: Erciş 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

Erciş has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation5,518 ft (1,682 m)
Area823.6 sq mi (2,133.0 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates39.0259°N, 43.3596°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 Density112/sq mi
Total Area823.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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