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Lankaran, Azerbaijan

Lənkəran · 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Lankaran is a large city in Lənkəran, Azerbaijan with a population of 240,300. Elevation: -72 ft (-22 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
240,300 Population 8,890/sq mi density
-72 ft Elevation -22 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baku Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
52% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population240,300
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density8,890/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,133
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.4%
Depression2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI163 (Unhealthy)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation-72 ft (-22 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+99.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.0%
Population240,300
Population Density8,890 / sq mi
Elevation-72 ft (-22 m)
Coordinates38.7543°, 48.8506°
TimezoneAsia/Baku
Country🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
State / ProvinceLənkəran
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.6 years

Is Lankaran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lankaran receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lankaran has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lankaran enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 163.

Lankaran has a population of 240,300 with a density of 8,890 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

240,300
Total Population
8,890
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
27.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Lankaran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lankaran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lankaran is N/A. Per capita income is $7,133 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lankaran vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,133

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
52% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lankaran, 26.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.0% have high blood pressure. 16.4% are current smokers. 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Lankaran vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes12.3%
High Blood Pressure41.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Lankaran enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 163 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of -72 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median163.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %15.5%

Geography

Elevation-72 ft (-22 m)
Area27.0 sq mi (70.0 km²)
Population Density8,890/sq mi
Coordinates38.7543°N, 48.8506°W
TimezoneAsia/Baku

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
September 71°F (21°C) 4.8 in
October 62°F (16°C) 7.2 in Wettest
November 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in

Lankaran has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 40°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.5").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school. 89.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+99.8%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8,890/sq mi
Total Area27.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lankaran

What is the population of Lankaran?

Lankaran has a population of 240,300 residents and is located in Azerbaijan. The population density is 8,890 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Lankaran expensive to live in?

Lankaran is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lankaran?

Lankaran enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 163.

How is the job market in Lankaran?

The unemployment rate in Lankaran is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Lankaran?

15.0% of adults in Lankaran hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lankaran?

The obesity rate in Lankaran is 26.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.4% of adults are smokers. 2.4% of residents report depression.

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