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Taşkent, Turkey

Konya · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Taşkent is a small city in Konya, Turkey with a population of 11,838. Elevation: 5,059 ft (1,542 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11,838 Population 52/sq mi density
5,059 ft Elevation 1,542 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
27.1 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

Population11,838
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density52/mi²
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation5,059 ft (1,542 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population11,838
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation5,059 ft (1,542 m)
Coordinates36.9243°, 32.4913°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKonya
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (689 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.5 inches (39 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Taşkent a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taşkent 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. Taşkent 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

Taşkent experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Taşkent has a population of 11,838 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,838
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
229.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Taşkent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taşkent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taşkent is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Taşkent 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 Taşkent, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Taşkent 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

Taşkent has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.1 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall15.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation5,059 ft (1,542 m)
Area229.9 sq mi (595.4 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates36.9243°N, 32.4913°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area229.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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