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Kızılca, Turkey

Niğde Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Kızılca is a small town in Niğde Province, Turkey with a population of 1,050. Elevation: 3,488 ft (1,063 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,050 Population
3,488 ft Elevation 1,063 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
14.5 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

Population1,050
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,050
Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)
Coordinates37.8402°, 34.3514°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceNiğde Province
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (368 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Kızılca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kızılca 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. Kızılca 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

Kızılca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Kızılca has a population of 1,050. 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

1,050
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kızılca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kızılca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kızılca 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: Kızılca 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 Kızılca, 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: Kızılca 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

Kızılca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 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 3,488 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)
Coordinates37.8402°N, 34.3514°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in Wettest
May 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in

Kızılca has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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 Kızılca

What is the population of Kızılca?

Kızılca has a population of 1,050 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 Kızılca expensive to live in?

Kızılca 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 Kızılca?

Kızılca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Kızılca?

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

How are the schools in Kızılca?

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

How healthy is Kızılca?

The obesity rate in Kızılca 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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