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Kurtuluş, Turkey

Mersin · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Kurtuluş is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 1,121. Elevation: 2,470 ft (753 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,121 Population
2,470 ft Elevation 753 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
26.5 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

Population1,121
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation2,470 ft (753 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,121
Elevation2,470 ft (753 m)
Coordinates36.6333°, 33.5508°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (673 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Kurtuluş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kurtuluş 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. Kurtuluş 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

Kurtuluş enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Kurtuluş has a population of 1,121. 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

1,121
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kurtuluş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kurtuluş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kurtuluş 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: Kurtuluş 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 Kurtuluş, 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: Kurtuluş 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

Kurtuluş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.5 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 2,470 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,470 ft (753 m)
Coordinates36.6333°N, 33.5508°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 5.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
June 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in

Kurtuluş has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (0.1").

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 Kurtuluş

What is the population of Kurtuluş?

Kurtuluş has a population of 1,121 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 Kurtuluş expensive to live in?

Kurtuluş 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 Kurtuluş?

Kurtuluş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Kurtuluş?

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

How are the schools in Kurtuluş?

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

How healthy is Kurtuluş?

The obesity rate in Kurtuluş 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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