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Gevaş, Turkey

Van · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Gevaş is a small city in Van, Turkey with a population of 11,879. Elevation: 5,650 ft (1,722 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11,879 Population 20/sq mi density
5,650 ft Elevation 1,722 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.0 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

Population11,879
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density20/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 Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation5,650 ft (1,722 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population11,879
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation5,650 ft (1,722 m)
Coordinates38.2921°, 43.1019°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (609 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.2 inches (26 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Gevaş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gevaş 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. Gevaş 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

Gevaş has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Gevaş has a population of 11,879 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,879
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
596.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gevaş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gevaş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gevaş 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: Gevaş 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 Gevaş, 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: Gevaş 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

Gevaş has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation5,650 ft (1,722 m)
Area596.1 sq mi (1,544.0 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates38.2921°N, 43.1019°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 Density20/sq mi
Total Area596.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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