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Goris, Armenia

Syunik · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Goris is a small city in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 17,483. Elevation: 4,432 ft (1,351 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
17,483 Population 1,258/sq mi density
4,432 ft Elevation 1,351 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population17,483
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density1,258/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population17,483
Population Density1,258 / sq mi
Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)
Coordinates39.5111°, 46.3417°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceSyunik
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (621 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Goris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goris receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Goris has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Goris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Goris has a population of 17,483 with a density of 1,258 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,483
Total Population
1,258
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
13.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Goris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Goris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goris is N/A. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Goris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Goris, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Goris experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,432 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation4,432 ft (1,351 m)
Area13.9 sq mi (36.0 km²)
Population Density1,258/sq mi
Coordinates39.5111°N, 46.3417°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in

Goris has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (1.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,258/sq mi
Total Area13.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Goris

What is the population of Goris?

Goris has a population of 17,483 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 1,258 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Goris expensive to live in?

Goris is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Goris?

Goris has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Goris?

The job market in Goris faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Goris?

15.0% of adults in Goris hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Goris?

The obesity rate in Goris is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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