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Kilis, Turkey

Kilis · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Kilis is a large city in Kilis, Turkey with a population of 111,648. Elevation: 2,165 ft (660 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
111,648 Population 474/sq mi density
2,165 ft Elevation 660 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
20.7 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

Population111,648
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density474/mi²
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation2,165 ft (660 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population111,648
Population Density474 / sq mi
Elevation2,165 ft (660 m)
Coordinates36.7161°, 37.1150°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKilis
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation20.7 inches (526 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Kilis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kilis 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. Kilis 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

Kilis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Kilis has a population of 111,648 with a density of 474 people per square mile, spread across 235.5 square miles. 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

111,648
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
235.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kilis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kilis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kilis 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: Kilis 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 Kilis, 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: Kilis 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

Kilis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 298 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 20.7 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 2,165 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,165 ft (660 m)
Area235.5 sq mi (610.0 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates36.7161°N, 37.1150°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
November 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in
December 44°F (6°C) 3.8 in

Kilis has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 41°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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

Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area235.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kilis

What is the population of Kilis?

Kilis has a population of 111,648 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 474 people per square mile, spread across 235.5 square miles. 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 Kilis expensive to live in?

Kilis 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 Kilis?

Kilis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Kilis?

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

How are the schools in Kilis?

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

How healthy is Kilis?

The obesity rate in Kilis 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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