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Jrashen, Armenia

Ararat · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Jrashen is a small town in Ararat, Armenia with a population of 1,691. Elevation: 3,087 ft (941 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,691 Population 589/sq mi density
3,087 ft Elevation 941 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
9.3 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

Population1,691
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density589/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population1,691
Population Density589 / sq mi
Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)
Coordinates40.0528°, 44.5126°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceArarat
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation9.3 inches (235 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Jrashen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jrashen 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. Jrashen 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

Jrashen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Jrashen has a population of 1,691 with a density of 589 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 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

1,691
Total Population
589
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jrashen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jrashen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jrashen 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: Jrashen 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 Jrashen, 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: Jrashen 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

Jrashen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 335 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 9.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 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 3,087 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.3 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density589/sq mi
Coordinates40.0528°N, 44.5126°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in Wettest
June 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.0 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 0.7 in

Jrashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F — from 29°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.0") and September the driest (0.5").

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 Density589/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jrashen

What is the population of Jrashen?

Jrashen has a population of 1,691 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 589 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Jrashen expensive to live in?

Jrashen 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 Jrashen?

Jrashen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.3 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Jrashen?

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

How are the schools in Jrashen?

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

How healthy is Jrashen?

The obesity rate in Jrashen 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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