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Şölen, Turkey

Diyarbakır Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Şölen is a small town in Diyarbakır Province, Turkey with a population of 1,556. Elevation: 3,428 ft (1,045 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,556 Population
3,428 ft Elevation 1,045 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.2 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

Population1,556
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation3,428 ft (1,045 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,556
Elevation3,428 ft (1,045 m)
Coordinates38.2840°, 39.8962°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceDiyarbakır Province
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Şölen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Şölen 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. Şölen 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

Şölen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Şölen has a population of 1,556. 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

1,556
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Şölen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Şölen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Şölen 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: Şölen 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 Şölen, 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: Şölen 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

Şölen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. 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 3,428 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,428 ft (1,045 m)
Coordinates38.2840°N, 39.8962°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
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

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