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Jajur, Armenia

Shirak · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Jajur is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 645. Elevation: 5,564 ft (1,696 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
645 Population
5,564 ft Elevation 1,696 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
23.4 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

Population645
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population645
Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)
Coordinates40.8515°, 43.9534°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (594 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Jajur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jajur 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. Jajur 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

Jajur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Jajur has a population of 645. 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

645
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jajur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jajur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jajur 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: Jajur 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 Jajur, 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: Jajur 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

Jajur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 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 5,564 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)
Coordinates40.8515°N, 43.9534°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in
March 26°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.5 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
August 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 1.4 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in

Jajur has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 16°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jajur

What is the population of Jajur?

Jajur has a population of 645 residents and is located in Armenia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Jajur expensive to live in?

Jajur 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 Jajur?

Jajur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Jajur?

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

How are the schools in Jajur?

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

How healthy is Jajur?

The obesity rate in Jajur 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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