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Niğde, Turkey

Niğde Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Niğde is a mid-size city in Niğde Province, Turkey with a population of 91,039. Elevation: 4,078 ft (1,243 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
91,039 Population 102/sq mi density
4,078 ft Elevation 1,243 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
15.3 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

Population91,039
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density102/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)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation4,078 ft (1,243 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population91,039
Population Density102 / sq mi
Elevation4,078 ft (1,243 m)
Coordinates37.9658°, 34.6794°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceNiğde Province
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (389 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Niğde a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niğde 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. Niğde 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

Niğde experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Niğde has a population of 91,039 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

91,039
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
889.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Niğde vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niğde vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niğde 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: Niğde 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 Niğde, 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: Niğde 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

Niğde has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,078 ft (1,243 m)
Area889.2 sq mi (2,303.0 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates37.9658°N, 34.6794°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 Density102/sq mi
Total Area889.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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