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Körfez, Turkey

Kocaeli · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Körfez is a mid-size city in Kocaeli, Turkey with a population of 90,580. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
90,580 Population 779/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.6 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

Population90,580
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density779/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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population90,580
Population Density779 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates40.7670°, 29.7828°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKocaeli
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (727 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Körfez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Körfez 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. Körfez 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

Körfez enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Körfez has a population of 90,580 with a density of 779 people per square mile, spread across 116.2 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

90,580
Total Population
779
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
116.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Körfez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Körfez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Körfez 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: Körfez 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 Körfez, 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: Körfez 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

Körfez enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°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 28.6 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 187 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area116.2 sq mi (301.0 km²)
Population Density779/sq mi
Coordinates40.7670°N, 29.7828°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Körfez has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 41°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.2").

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

Population Density779/sq mi
Total Area116.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Körfez

What is the population of Körfez?

Körfez has a population of 90,580 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 779 people per square mile, spread across 116.2 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 Körfez expensive to live in?

Körfez 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 Körfez?

Körfez enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Körfez?

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

How are the schools in Körfez?

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

How healthy is Körfez?

The obesity rate in Körfez 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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