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Lchavan, Armenia

Gegharkunik · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Lchavan is a small town in Gegharkunik, Armenia with a population of 510. Elevation: 6,745 ft (2,056 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
510 Population
6,745 ft Elevation 2,056 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
$8,159 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$8,159 median income, 12.9% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $8,159
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population510
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

C
Median Income$8,159
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation6,745 ft (2,056 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population510
Elevation6,745 ft (2,056 m)
Coordinates40.1492°, 45.6109°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceGegharkunik
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (546 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$8,159
Median Age37.5 years

Is Lchavan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lchavan 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, below-average incomes. Lchavan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lchavan is $8,159, 89% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% 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%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lchavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Lchavan has a population of 510. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

510
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lchavan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lchavan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lchavan is $8,159, which is 89% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lchavan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$8,159
89% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lchavan, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Lchavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,745 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation6,745 ft (2,056 m)
Coordinates40.1492°N, 45.6109°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 22°F (-6°C) 1.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 1.4 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.1 in

Lchavan has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 16°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.9").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lchavan

What is the population of Lchavan?

Lchavan has a population of 510 residents and is located in Armenia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Lchavan expensive to live in?

Lchavan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $8,159, 89% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Lchavan?

Lchavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Lchavan?

The job market in Lchavan faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lchavan?

15.0% of adults in Lchavan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lchavan?

The obesity rate in Lchavan is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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