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Ovacık, Turkey

Tunceli · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Ovacık is a small city in Tunceli, Turkey with a population of 6,407. Elevation: 4,045 ft (1,233 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,407 Population
4,045 ft Elevation 1,233 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
27.9 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

Population6,407
Median Age32.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population6,407
Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)
Coordinates39.3526°, 39.2089°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceTunceli
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation27.9 inches (709 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.3 inches (31 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Ovacık a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ovacık 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. Ovacık 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

Ovacık experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Ovacık has a population of 6,407. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,407
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ovacık vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ovacık vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ovacık 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: Ovacık 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 Ovacık, 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: Ovacık 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

Ovacık has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. The area enjoys 285 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)
Coordinates39.3526°N, 39.2089°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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