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Verin Getashen, Armenia

Gegharkunik · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Verin Getashen is a small town in Gegharkunik, Armenia with a population of 4,490. Elevation: 6,496 ft (1,980 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
4,490 Population
6,496 ft Elevation 1,980 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
19.3 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

Population4,490
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation6,496 ft (1,980 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population4,490
Elevation6,496 ft (1,980 m)
Coordinates40.1307°, 45.2529°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceGegharkunik
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation19.3 inches (489 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Verin Getashen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verin Getashen 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. Verin Getashen 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

Verin Getashen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Verin Getashen has a population of 4,490. 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

4,490
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Verin Getashen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Verin Getashen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verin Getashen 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: Verin Getashen 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 Verin Getashen, 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: Verin Getashen 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

Verin Getashen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 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 6,496 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation6,496 ft (1,980 m)
Coordinates40.1307°N, 45.2529°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.0 in Coldest
March 24°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in Wettest
June 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
August 62°F (16°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 1.0 in

Verin Getashen has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 18°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Verin Getashen

What is the population of Verin Getashen?

Verin Getashen has a population of 4,490 residents and is located in Armenia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Verin Getashen expensive to live in?

Verin Getashen 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 Verin Getashen?

Verin Getashen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Verin Getashen?

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

How are the schools in Verin Getashen?

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

How healthy is Verin Getashen?

The obesity rate in Verin Getashen 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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