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Kiraz, Turkey

İzmir Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Kiraz is a small city in İzmir Province, Turkey with a population of 11,718. Elevation: 1,001 ft (305 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11,718 Population 53/sq mi density
1,001 ft Elevation 305 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
39.6 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

Population11,718
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density53/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population11,718
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Coordinates38.2306°, 28.2044°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / Provinceİzmir Province
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.6 inches (1,007 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Kiraz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kiraz 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. Kiraz 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

Kiraz enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 342 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Kiraz has a population of 11,718 with a density of 53 people per square mile, spread across 221.2 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

11,718
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
221.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kiraz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kiraz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kiraz 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: Kiraz 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 Kiraz, 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: Kiraz 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

Kiraz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 342 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 39.6 inches. The area receives 1.6 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 1,001 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area221.2 sq mi (573.0 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates38.2306°N, 28.2044°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in
February 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.8 in Wettest

Kiraz has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 42°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (0.3").

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 Density53/sq mi
Total Area221.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kiraz

What is the population of Kiraz?

Kiraz has a population of 11,718 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 221.2 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 Kiraz expensive to live in?

Kiraz 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 Kiraz?

Kiraz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Kiraz?

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

How are the schools in Kiraz?

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

How healthy is Kiraz?

The obesity rate in Kiraz 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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