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Van · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Van is a major city in Van, Turkey with a population of 525,016. Elevation: 5,604 ft (1,708 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
525,016 Population 702/sq mi density
5,604 ft Elevation 1,708 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
19.2 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

Population525,016
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density702/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)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation5,604 ft (1,708 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population525,016
Population Density702 / sq mi
Elevation5,604 ft (1,708 m)
Coordinates38.4946°, 43.3832°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.2 inches (488 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Van a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van 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. Van 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

Van experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Van has a population of 525,016 with a density of 702 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

525,016
Total Population
702
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
748.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Van vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Van vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van 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: Van 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 Van, 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: Van 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

Van has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation5,604 ft (1,708 m)
Area748.3 sq mi (1,938.0 km²)
Population Density702/sq mi
Coordinates38.4946°N, 43.3832°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 Density702/sq mi
Total Area748.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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