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Meshgīn Shahr, Iran

Ardabil Province · 🇮🇷 Iran

Meshgīn Shahr is a mid-size city in Ardabil Province, Iran with a population of 74,109. Elevation: 4,662 ft (1,421 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
74,109 Population 16,006/sq mi density
4,662 ft Elevation 1,421 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

People

Population74,109
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density16,006/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty2.5%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.7%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,662 ft (1,421 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population74,109
Population Density16,006 / sq mi
Elevation4,662 ft (1,421 m)
Coordinates38.3990°, 47.6820°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceArdabil Province
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (364 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Meshgīn Shahr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meshgīn Shahr receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Meshgīn Shahr offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meshgīn Shahr experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Meshgīn Shahr has a population of 74,109 with a density of 16,006 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

74,109
Total Population
16,006
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Meshgīn Shahr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Meshgīn Shahr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meshgīn Shahr is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Meshgīn Shahr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Meshgīn Shahr, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Meshgīn Shahr vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Meshgīn Shahr experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,662 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation4,662 ft (1,421 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density16,006/sq mi
Coordinates38.3990°N, 47.6820°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.8 in

Meshgīn Shahr has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 26°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and July the driest (0.5").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16,006/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Meshgīn Shahr

What is the population of Meshgīn Shahr?

Meshgīn Shahr has a population of 74,109 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 16,006 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Meshgīn Shahr expensive to live in?

Meshgīn Shahr is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Meshgīn Shahr?

Meshgīn Shahr has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Meshgīn Shahr?

The job market in Meshgīn Shahr faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Meshgīn Shahr?

26.4% of adults in Meshgīn Shahr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Meshgīn Shahr?

The obesity rate in Meshgīn Shahr is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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