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Yeraskh, Armenia

Ararat · 🇦🇲 Armenia

Yeraskh is a small town in Ararat, Armenia with a population of 961. Elevation: 2,641 ft (805 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
961 Population 141/sq mi density
2,641 ft Elevation 805 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
10.2 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

Population961
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density141/mi²
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI160 (Unhealthy)
Rain10.2 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation2,641 ft (805 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population961
Population Density141 / sq mi
Elevation2,641 ft (805 m)
Coordinates39.7394°, 44.8281°
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan
Country🇦🇲 Armenia
State / ProvinceArarat
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation10.2 inches (260 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Yeraskh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yeraskh 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. Yeraskh 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

Yeraskh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 160.

Yeraskh has a population of 961 with a density of 141 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. 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

961
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yeraskh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yeraskh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yeraskh 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: Yeraskh 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 Yeraskh, 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: Yeraskh 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

Yeraskh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 317 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 10.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.2 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 2,641 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.2 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median160.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %16.3%

Geography

Elevation2,641 ft (805 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates39.7394°N, 44.8281°W
TimezoneAsia/Yerevan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 0.8 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Wettest
June 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.6 in

Yeraskh has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.7") and August the driest (0.3").

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

Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yeraskh

What is the population of Yeraskh?

Yeraskh has a population of 961 residents and is located in Armenia. The population density is 141 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Yeraskh expensive to live in?

Yeraskh 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 Yeraskh?

Yeraskh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 160.

How is the job market in Yeraskh?

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

How are the schools in Yeraskh?

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

How healthy is Yeraskh?

The obesity rate in Yeraskh 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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