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Karaçoban, Turkey

Erzurum · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Karaçoban is a small city in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 20,467. Elevation: 4,993 ft (1,522 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
20,467 Population
4,993 ft Elevation 1,522 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
22.3 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

Population20,467
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,993 ft (1,522 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population20,467
Elevation4,993 ft (1,522 m)
Coordinates39.3436°, 42.0992°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzurum
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (567 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Karaçoban a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karaçoban 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. Karaçoban 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

Karaçoban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Karaçoban has a population of 20,467. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,467
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Karaçoban vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karaçoban vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karaçoban is N/A. Per capita income is $13,375 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Karaçoban 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 Karaçoban, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.2% report binge drinking. 81.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Karaçoban 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

Karaçoban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,993 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,993 ft (1,522 m)
Coordinates39.3436°N, 42.0992°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.1 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in Wettest
May 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in

Karaçoban has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 17°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.6").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karaçoban

What is the population of Karaçoban?

Karaçoban has a population of 20,467 residents and is located in Turkey.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Karaçoban expensive to live in?

Karaçoban is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Karaçoban?

Karaçoban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Karaçoban?

The job market in Karaçoban faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Karaçoban?

44.6% of adults in Karaçoban hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Karaçoban?

The obesity rate in Karaçoban is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 81.3% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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