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Korkut, Turkey

Muş · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Korkut is a small city in Muş, Turkey with a population of 8,078. Elevation: 4,249 ft (1,295 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,078 Population
4,249 ft Elevation 1,295 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
30.1 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

Population8,078
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation4,249 ft (1,295 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population8,078
Elevation4,249 ft (1,295 m)
Coordinates38.7339°, 41.7840°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMuş
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation30.1 inches (765 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.6 inches (37 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Korkut a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Korkut 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. Korkut 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

Korkut experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Korkut has a population of 8,078. 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

8,078
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Korkut vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Korkut vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Korkut 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: Korkut 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 Korkut, 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: Korkut 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

Korkut experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.6 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 4,249 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall14.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,249 ft (1,295 m)
Coordinates38.7339°N, 41.7840°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.7 in
March 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in Wettest
May 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.6 in

Korkut has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 22°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.3") 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 Korkut

What is the population of Korkut?

Korkut has a population of 8,078 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 Korkut expensive to live in?

Korkut 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 Korkut?

Korkut has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches, with 14.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Korkut?

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

How are the schools in Korkut?

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

How healthy is Korkut?

The obesity rate in Korkut 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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