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Piranshahr, Iran

West Azerbaijan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Piranshahr is a mid-size city in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 61,973. Elevation: 4,738 ft (1,444 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
61,973 Population
4,738 ft Elevation 1,444 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.7 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

Population61,973
Median Age32.0 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation4,738 ft (1,444 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population61,973
Elevation4,738 ft (1,444 m)
Coordinates36.7010°, 45.1413°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceWest Azerbaijan
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (576 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.3 inches (31 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Piranshahr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piranshahr 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. Piranshahr 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

Piranshahr experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Piranshahr has a population of 61,973. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

61,973
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Piranshahr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Piranshahr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piranshahr is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Piranshahr 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 Piranshahr, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Piranshahr 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

Piranshahr has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation4,738 ft (1,444 m)
Coordinates36.7010°N, 45.1413°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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