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Golestān, Iran

Tehran · 🇮🇷 Iran

Golestān is a large city in Tehran, Iran with a population of 240,000. Elevation: 3,419 ft (1,042 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
240,000 Population
3,419 ft Elevation 1,042 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
9.5 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

Population240,000
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population240,000
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Coordinates35.5183°, 51.1819°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceTehran
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation9.5 inches (242 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Golestān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golestān 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. Golestān 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

Golestān enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Golestān has a population of 240,000. 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

240,000
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Golestān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Golestān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golestān 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: Golestān 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 Golestān, 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: Golestān 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

Golestān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.5 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 3,419 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.5 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Coordinates35.5183°N, 51.1819°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 1.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in Wettest
April 62°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
June 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
July 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 83°F (29°C) 0.1 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in

Golestān has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 38°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.6") and July 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 Golestān

What is the population of Golestān?

Golestān has a population of 240,000 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 Golestān expensive to live in?

Golestān 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 Golestān?

Golestān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Golestān?

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

How are the schools in Golestān?

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

How healthy is Golestān?

The obesity rate in Golestān 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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