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Esfahlān, Iran

East Azerbaijan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Esfahlān is a small town in East Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 4,939. Elevation: 4,537 ft (1,383 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,939 Population
4,537 ft Elevation 1,383 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
10.2 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

Population4,939
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain10.2 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation4,537 ft (1,383 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population4,939
Elevation4,537 ft (1,383 m)
Coordinates37.9928°, 46.1100°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceEast Azerbaijan
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation10.2 inches (260 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Esfahlān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esfahlān 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. Esfahlān 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

Esfahlān experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Esfahlān has a population of 4,939. 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

4,939
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Esfahlān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Esfahlān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esfahlān 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: Esfahlān 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 Esfahlān, 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: Esfahlān 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

Esfahlān experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 317 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 10.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.5 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 4,537 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.2 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation4,537 ft (1,383 m)
Coordinates37.9928°N, 46.1100°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
March 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in Wettest
May 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 56°F (14°C) 0.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
December 33°F (1°C) 0.9 in

Esfahlān has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.1").

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 Esfahlān

What is the population of Esfahlān?

Esfahlān has a population of 4,939 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 Esfahlān expensive to live in?

Esfahlān 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 Esfahlān?

Esfahlān has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.2 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Esfahlān?

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

How are the schools in Esfahlān?

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

How healthy is Esfahlān?

The obesity rate in Esfahlān 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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