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Karahunj, Armenia

Syunik · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Karahunj is a small town in Syunik, Armenia with a population of 1,430. Elevation: 4,065 ft (1,239 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,430 Population
4,065 ft Elevation 1,239 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.0 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

Population1,430
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,065 ft (1,239 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population1,430
Elevation4,065 ft (1,239 m)
Coordinates39.4738°, 46.3596°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceSyunik
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (559 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Karahunj a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karahunj 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. Karahunj 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

Karahunj experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Karahunj has a population of 1,430. 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

1,430
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Karahunj vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karahunj vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karahunj 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: Karahunj 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 Karahunj, 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: Karahunj 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

Karahunj experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 4,065 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation4,065 ft (1,239 m)
Coordinates39.4738°N, 46.3596°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.2 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
July 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.0 in

Karahunj has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 30°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karahunj

What is the population of Karahunj?

Karahunj has a population of 1,430 residents and is located in Armenia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Karahunj expensive to live in?

Karahunj 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 Karahunj?

Karahunj has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Karahunj?

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

How are the schools in Karahunj?

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

How healthy is Karahunj?

The obesity rate in Karahunj 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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