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Tokat, Turkey

Tokat Province · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Tokat is a large city in Tokat Province, Turkey with a population of 129,702. Elevation: 2,057 ft (627 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
129,702 Population 175,273/sq mi density
2,057 ft Elevation 627 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
18.4 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

Population129,702
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density175,273/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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population129,702
Population Density175,273 / sq mi
Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Coordinates40.3139°, 36.5544°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceTokat Province
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (467 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Tokat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tokat 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. Tokat 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

Tokat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Tokat has a population of 129,702 with a density of 175,273 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

129,702
Total Population
175,273
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tokat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tokat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tokat 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: Tokat 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 Tokat, 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: Tokat 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

Tokat has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density175,273/sq mi
Coordinates40.3139°N, 36.5544°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 Density175,273/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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