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Gyumri, Armenia

Shirak · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Gyumri is a large city in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 114,667. Elevation: 5,095 ft (1,553 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
114,667 Population 6,428/sq mi density
5,095 ft Elevation 1,553 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
18.6 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

Population114,667
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density6,428/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 Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation5,095 ft (1,553 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population114,667
Population Density6,428 / sq mi
Elevation5,095 ft (1,553 m)
Coordinates40.7931°, 43.8464°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Gyumri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gyumri 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. Gyumri 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

Gyumri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Gyumri has a population of 114,667 with a density of 6,428 people per square mile, spread across 17.8 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

114,667
Total Population
6,428
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
17.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gyumri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gyumri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gyumri 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: Gyumri 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 Gyumri, 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: Gyumri 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

Gyumri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 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 5,095 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation5,095 ft (1,553 m)
Area17.8 sq mi (46.2 km²)
Population Density6,428/sq mi
Coordinates40.7931°N, 43.8464°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in

Gyumri has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 18°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.7").

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 Density6,428/sq mi
Total Area17.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gyumri

What is the population of Gyumri?

Gyumri has a population of 114,667 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 6,428 people per square mile, spread across 17.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Gyumri expensive to live in?

Gyumri 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 Gyumri?

Gyumri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Gyumri?

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

How are the schools in Gyumri?

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

How healthy is Gyumri?

The obesity rate in Gyumri 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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