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Shirakavan, Armenia

Shirak · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Shirakavan is a small town in Shirak, Armenia with a population of 611. Elevation: 4,948 ft (1,508 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
611 Population 85/sq mi density
4,948 ft Elevation 1,508 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
17.0 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

Population611
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density85/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 Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation4,948 ft (1,508 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population611
Population Density85 / sq mi
Elevation4,948 ft (1,508 m)
Coordinates40.6522°, 43.7454°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceShirak
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.0 inches (431 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Shirakavan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shirakavan 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. Shirakavan 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

Shirakavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Shirakavan has a population of 611 with a density of 85 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 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

611
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shirakavan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shirakavan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shirakavan 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: Shirakavan 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 Shirakavan, 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: Shirakavan 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

Shirakavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 305 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 4,948 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation4,948 ft (1,508 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates40.6522°N, 43.7454°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.9 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.2 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in

Shirakavan has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 17°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.7").

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 Density85/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shirakavan

What is the population of Shirakavan?

Shirakavan has a population of 611 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Shirakavan expensive to live in?

Shirakavan 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 Shirakavan?

Shirakavan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Shirakavan?

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

How are the schools in Shirakavan?

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

How healthy is Shirakavan?

The obesity rate in Shirakavan 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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