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Konya, Turkey

Konya · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Konya is a major city in Konya, Turkey with a population of 1,433,861. Elevation: 3,379 ft (1,030 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,433,861 Population 91/sq mi density
3,379 ft Elevation 1,030 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
18.5 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

Population1,433,861
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density91/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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation3,379 ft (1,030 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,433,861
Population Density91 / sq mi
Elevation3,379 ft (1,030 m)
Coordinates37.8714°, 32.4846°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKonya
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (471 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.0 inches (18 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Konya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Konya 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. Konya 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

Konya experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Konya has a population of 1,433,861 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,433,861
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
15,830.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Konya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Konya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Konya is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Konya 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 Konya, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Konya 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

Konya has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,379 ft (1,030 m)
Area15,830.6 sq mi (41,001.2 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates37.8714°N, 32.4846°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density91/sq mi
Total Area15,830.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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