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

Population244,937

Median Age32.0 yrs

Density967/mi²

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 Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI34 (Good)

Rain17.7 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.4%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband79.6%

Population	244,937
Population Density	967 / sq mi
Elevation	459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates	36.8427°, 54.4439°
Timezone	Asia/Tehran
Country	🇮🇷 Iran
State / Province	Golestan
Average Temperature	64°F (18°C)
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation	17.7 inches (449 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	32.0 years

Is Gorgān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gorgān 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. Gorgān 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

Gorgān enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Gorgān has a population of 244,937 with a density of 967 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

244,937

Total Population

967

People / sq mi

32.0yrs

Median Age

18% below US avg

253.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gorgān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Gorgān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gorgān is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gorgān vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.3%
	131% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.5%
	80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gorgān, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Gorgān vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.3%
	24% below US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
High Blood Pressure	26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	6.7%
	52% below US avg
Binge Drinking	0.1%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.0%

Food & Exercise

Gorgān has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	64.3°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	17.7 inches
	53% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	34.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	88.1%

Geography

Elevation	459 ft (140 m)
Area	253.3 sq mi (656.0 km²)
Population Density	967/sq mi
Coordinates	36.8427°N, 54.4439°W
Timezone	Asia/Tehran

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.4%
	22% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	967/sq mi
Total Area	253.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Gorgān a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Gorgān vs U.S. Average

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Gorgān vs U.S. Average

Income: Gorgān vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Gorgān vs U.S. Average (%)

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Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

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Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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