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Muş, Turkey

Muş · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Muş is a mid-size city in Muş, Turkey with a population of 82,536. Elevation: 4,659 ft (1,420 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
82,536 Population 3,623/sq mi density
4,659 ft Elevation 1,420 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
31.4 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

Population82,536
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density3,623/mi²
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation4,659 ft (1,420 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population82,536
Population Density3,623 / sq mi
Elevation4,659 ft (1,420 m)
Coordinates38.7316°, 41.4848°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMuş
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (798 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.0 inches (38 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Muş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muş 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. Muş 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

Muş experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Muş has a population of 82,536 with a density of 3,623 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

82,536
Total Population
3,623
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
22.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Muş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Muş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muş is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Muş 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 Muş, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Muş 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

Muş has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.4 inches. The area enjoys 279 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,659 ft (1,420 m)
Area22.8 sq mi (59.0 km²)
Population Density3,623/sq mi
Coordinates38.7316°N, 41.4848°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,623/sq mi
Total Area22.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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