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Yakacık, Turkey

Amasya · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Yakacık is a small town in Amasya, Turkey with a population of 1,038. Elevation: 2,890 ft (881 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,038 Population
2,890 ft Elevation 881 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
21.1 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

Population1,038
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 Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation2,890 ft (881 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population1,038
Elevation2,890 ft (881 m)
Coordinates40.8960°, 35.4291°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAmasya
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (537 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (15 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Yakacık a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yakacık 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. Yakacık 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

Yakacık experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Yakacık has a population of 1,038. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,038
Total Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yakacık vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yakacık vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yakacık 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: Yakacık 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 Yakacık, 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: Yakacık 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

Yakacık has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. The area enjoys 298 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,890 ft (881 m)
Coordinates40.8960°N, 35.4291°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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