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Nyyazow, Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan

Nyyazow is a small city in Turkmenistan with a population of 7,291. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,291 Population 598/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
3.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone
$6,232 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$6,232 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$200/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $6,232
92% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $200
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.4%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.1%
183% higher than US avg

People

Population7,291
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

D
Median Income$6,232
Per Capita$6,232
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty35.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$200
Ownership94.0%

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.0%
Depression7.5%
Heart Disease25.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain3.9 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband21.3%
Population7,291
Population Density598 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates41.8393°, 60.1317°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation3.9 inches (100 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$6,232
Median Age31.2 years

Is Nyyazow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nyyazow receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nyyazow has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nyyazow is $6,232, 92% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 35.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $200 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Nyyazow is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

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

Nyyazow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Nyyazow has a population of 7,291 with a density of 598 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 14.8% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,291
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
12.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nyyazow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nyyazow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nyyazow is $6,232, which is 92% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $6,232 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Nyyazow vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$6,232
92% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,232

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.1%
183% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $200 (83% below the national average of $1,163). 94.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$200
83% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.0%
Owner-Occupied94.0%
Renter-Occupied6.0%

Property Tax

In Nyyazow, 21.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 25.7% of residents, above the national average. 39.0% have high blood pressure. 4.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.0% report binge drinking. 7.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 9.5% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.4%
33% below US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease25.7%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
COPD3.7%
Kidney Disease5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.0%
71% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.0%
Depression7.5%
Mental Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%
Premature Death257/100K

Food & Exercise

Nyyazow has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Overall, Nyyazow receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Nyyazow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
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Nyyazow experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 329 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 3.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4 / among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area12.2 sq mi (31.6 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates41.8393°N, 60.1317°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.9"
90% below US avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.71"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Aug 11, 1996.

Aug 11, 1996 39 km NNE of Manghit, Uzbekistan M3.8 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
October 53°F (11°C) 0.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.5 in

Nyyazow has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 26°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.7") and August the driest (0.1").

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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. 21.3% 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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area12.2 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access21.3%

Commute & Transportation

Airports Near Nyyazow

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dashoguz International AirportTAZLarge Airport
Nukus International AirportNCULarge Airport
Urgench International AirportUGCLarge Airport
Nukus South Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nyyazow

What is the population of Nyyazow?

Nyyazow has a population of 7,291 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 598 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Nyyazow expensive to live in?

Nyyazow is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $6,232, 92% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $200 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Nyyazow safe?

Nyyazow is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Nyyazow receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Nyyazow?

Nyyazow has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.9 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 4.

How is the job market in Nyyazow?

Nyyazow has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Nyyazow?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $200. The homeownership rate is 94.0%.

How are the schools in Nyyazow?

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

How healthy is Nyyazow?

The obesity rate in Nyyazow is 21.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.0% of adults are smokers. 7.5% of residents report depression.

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