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Horasan, Turkey

Erzurum · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Horasan is a small city in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 17,067. Elevation: 5,105 ft (1,556 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17,067 Population 25/sq mi density
5,105 ft Elevation 1,556 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
17.2 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

Population17,067
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density25/mi²
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation5,105 ft (1,556 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population17,067
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation5,105 ft (1,556 m)
Coordinates40.0389°, 42.1637°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzurum
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.2 inches (437 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Horasan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horasan 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. Horasan 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

Horasan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Horasan has a population of 17,067 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,067
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
671.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Horasan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Horasan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horasan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Horasan 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 Horasan, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Horasan 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

Horasan has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation5,105 ft (1,556 m)
Area671.8 sq mi (1,740.0 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates40.0389°N, 42.1637°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area671.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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