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Salmās, Iran

West Azerbaijan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Salmās is a mid-size city in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 81,606. Elevation: 4,534 ft (1,382 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
81,606 Population 22,795/sq mi density
4,534 ft Elevation 1,382 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
15.3 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

Population81,606
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density22,795/mi²
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population81,606
Population Density22,795 / sq mi
Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Coordinates38.1973°, 44.7653°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceWest Azerbaijan
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (389 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Salmās a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salmās 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. Salmās 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

Salmās experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Salmās has a population of 81,606 with a density of 22,795 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

81,606
Total Population
22,795
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Salmās vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salmās vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salmās 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: Salmās 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 Salmās, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression.

Health Metrics: Salmās 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

Salmās has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density22,795/sq mi
Coordinates38.1973°N, 44.7653°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

Population Density22,795/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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