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Shaghap, Armenia

Ararat · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Shaghap is a small town in Ararat, Armenia with a population of 901. Elevation: 4,245 ft (1,294 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
901 Population 36/sq mi density
4,245 ft Elevation 1,294 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
14.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yerevan Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

People

Population901
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,159
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty1.9%

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking24.5%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population901
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Coordinates39.8807°, 44.8917°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceArarat
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation14.9 inches (379 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Shaghap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shaghap receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Shaghap has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shaghap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Shaghap has a population of 901 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

901
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
24.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shaghap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shaghap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shaghap is N/A. Per capita income is $8,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shaghap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,159

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shaghap, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. 47.3% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.3% report binge drinking. 77.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Shaghap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.3%
Physical Inactivity77.7%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Shaghap experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 309 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 14.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 16% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,245 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Area24.8 sq mi (64.2 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates39.8807°N, 44.8917°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
March 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
August 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 51°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in

Shaghap has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 23°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and September the driest (0.6").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area24.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shaghap

What is the population of Shaghap?

Shaghap has a population of 901 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Shaghap expensive to live in?

Shaghap is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shaghap?

Shaghap has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Shaghap?

The job market in Shaghap faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shaghap?

15.0% of adults in Shaghap hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shaghap?

The obesity rate in Shaghap is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 77.7% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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