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Şāleḩābād, Iran

Hamadan Province · 🇮🇷 Iran

Şāleḩābād is a small city in Hamadan Province, Iran with a population of 7,899. Elevation: 5,830 ft (1,777 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,899 Population
5,830 ft Elevation 1,777 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
13.0 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

Population7,899
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation5,830 ft (1,777 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population7,899
Elevation5,830 ft (1,777 m)
Coordinates34.9237°, 48.3427°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceHamadan Province
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (329 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Şāleḩābād a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Şāleḩābād 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. Şāleḩābād 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

Şāleḩābād experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Şāleḩābād has a population of 7,899. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,899
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Şāleḩābād vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Şāleḩābād vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Şāleḩābād is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Şāleḩābād 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 Şāleḩābād, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Şāleḩābād 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

Şāleḩābād experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,830 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation5,830 ft (1,777 m)
Coordinates34.9237°N, 48.3427°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
October 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.7 in

Şāleḩābād has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 27°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.0").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Şāleḩābād

What is the population of Şāleḩābād?

Şāleḩābād has a population of 7,899 residents and is located in Iran.. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Şāleḩābād expensive to live in?

Şāleḩābād is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Şāleḩābād?

Şāleḩābād has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Şāleḩābād?

The job market in Şāleḩābād faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Şāleḩābād?

26.4% of adults in Şāleḩābād hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Şāleḩābād?

The obesity rate in Şāleḩābād is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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