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Kandovān, Iran

East Azerbaijan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Kandovān is a small town in East Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 601. Elevation: 7,297 ft (2,224 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
601 Population
7,297 ft Elevation 2,224 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

People

Population601
Median Age32.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty2.5%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.7%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation7,297 ft (2,224 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population601
Elevation7,297 ft (2,224 m)
Coordinates37.7949°, 46.2487°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceEast Azerbaijan
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (363 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (17 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Kandovān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kandovān receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kandovān offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kandovān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kandovān has a population of 601. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

601
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kandovān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kandovān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kandovān is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kandovān vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kandovān, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kandovān vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Kandovān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,297 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation7,297 ft (2,224 m)
Coordinates37.7949°N, 46.2487°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Wettest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
August 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in

Kandovān has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 19°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.2").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kandovān

What is the population of Kandovān?

Kandovān has a population of 601 residents and is located in Iran.. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Kandovān expensive to live in?

Kandovān is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kandovān?

Kandovān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Kandovān?

The job market in Kandovān faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kandovān?

26.4% of adults in Kandovān hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kandovān?

The obesity rate in Kandovān is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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