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Salkım, Turkey

Gaziantep · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Salkım is a small town in Gaziantep, Turkey with a population of 870. Elevation: 2,277 ft (694 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
870 Population
2,277 ft Elevation 694 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.8 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

Population870
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population870
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Coordinates37.1509°, 37.6933°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceGaziantep
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation17.8 inches (452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Salkım a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salkım 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. Salkım 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

Salkım enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Salkım has a population of 870. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

870
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Salkım vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salkım vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salkım is N/A. Per capita income is $13,375 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Salkım 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 Salkım, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.2% report binge drinking. 81.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Salkım 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

Salkım enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.8 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Coordinates37.1509°N, 37.6933°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
March 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Salkım has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 40°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (0.0").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Salkım

What is the population of Salkım?

Salkım has a population of 870 residents and is located in Turkey.. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Salkım expensive to live in?

Salkım is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Salkım?

Salkım enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Salkım?

The job market in Salkım faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Salkım?

44.6% of adults in Salkım hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Salkım?

The obesity rate in Salkım is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 81.3% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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