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Göksu, Turkey

Diyarbakır Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Göksu is a small town in Diyarbakır Province, Turkey with a population of 731. Elevation: 1,886 ft (575 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
731 Population
1,886 ft Elevation 575 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
22.3 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

Population731
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population731
Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)
Coordinates37.8305°, 40.5551°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceDiyarbakır Province
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (567 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Göksu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Göksu 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. Göksu 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

Göksu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Göksu has a population of 731. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

731
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Göksu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Göksu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Göksu is N/A. Per capita income is $13,375 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Göksu 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 Göksu, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.2% report binge drinking. 81.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Göksu 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

Göksu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,886 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)
Coordinates37.8305°N, 40.5551°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
March 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in

Göksu has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 36°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Göksu

What is the population of Göksu?

Göksu has a population of 731 residents and is located in Turkey.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Göksu expensive to live in?

Göksu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Göksu?

Göksu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Göksu?

The job market in Göksu faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Göksu?

44.6% of adults in Göksu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Göksu?

The obesity rate in Göksu is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 81.3% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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