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Karadere, Turkey

Balıkesir · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Karadere is a small town in Balıkesir, Turkey with a population of 564. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
564 Population
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.7 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

Population564
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population564
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates39.4384°, 27.0858°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBalıkesir
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (730 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Karadere a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karadere 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. Karadere 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

Karadere enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Karadere has a population of 564. 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

564
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Karadere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karadere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karadere 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: Karadere 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 Karadere, 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: Karadere 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

Karadere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 696 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates39.4384°N, 27.0858°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.5 in Wettest

Karadere has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (0.4").

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 Karadere

What is the population of Karadere?

Karadere has a population of 564 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 Karadere expensive to live in?

Karadere 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 Karadere?

Karadere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Karadere?

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

How are the schools in Karadere?

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

How healthy is Karadere?

The obesity rate in Karadere 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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