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Jermuk, Armenia

Vayots Dzor · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Jermuk is a small town in Vayots Dzor, Armenia with a population of 4,146. Elevation: 7,096 ft (2,163 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
4,146 Population 195/sq mi density
7,096 ft Elevation 2,163 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
23.2 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

Population4,146
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density195/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 Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation7,096 ft (2,163 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population4,146
Population Density195 / sq mi
Elevation7,096 ft (2,163 m)
Coordinates39.8395°, 45.6711°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceVayots Dzor
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Jermuk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jermuk 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. Jermuk 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

Jermuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Jermuk has a population of 4,146 with a density of 195 people per square mile, spread across 21.3 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

4,146
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
21.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jermuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jermuk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jermuk 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: Jermuk 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 Jermuk, 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: Jermuk 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

Jermuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 55°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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.7 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 7,096 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average33.9°F
37% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation7,096 ft (2,163 m)
Area21.3 sq mi (55.1 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates39.8395°N, 45.6711°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 13°F (-11°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 18°F (-8°C) 2.0 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 2.9 in
May 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in Wettest
June 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
July 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in

Jermuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 13°F in February to 56°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.5") 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 Density195/sq mi
Total Area21.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jermuk

What is the population of Jermuk?

Jermuk has a population of 4,146 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 195 people per square mile, spread across 21.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Jermuk expensive to live in?

Jermuk 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 Jermuk?

Jermuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Jermuk?

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

How are the schools in Jermuk?

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

How healthy is Jermuk?

The obesity rate in Jermuk 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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