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Gīkh, Iran

Fars · 🇮🇷 Iran

Gīkh is a small town in Fars, Iran with a population of 534. Elevation: 2,835 ft (864 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
534 Population
2,835 ft Elevation 864 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
8.7 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

Population534
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain8.7 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation2,835 ft (864 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population534
Elevation2,835 ft (864 m)
Coordinates29.2673°, 52.0174°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceFars
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation8.7 inches (222 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Gīkh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gīkh 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. Gīkh 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

Gīkh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Gīkh has a population of 534. 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

534
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gīkh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gīkh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gīkh 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: Gīkh 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 Gīkh, 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: Gīkh 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

Gīkh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 320 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 8.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 2,835 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.7 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation2,835 ft (864 m)
Coordinates29.2673°N, 52.0174°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
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

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