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Yeşilhisar, Turkey

Kayseri · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Yeşilhisar is a small city in Kayseri, Turkey with a population of 14,354. Elevation: 3,724 ft (1,135 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
14,354 Population 41/sq mi density
3,724 ft Elevation 1,135 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
15.3 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

Population14,354
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density41/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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population14,354
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Coordinates38.3523°, 35.0887°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKayseri
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (388 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Yeşilhisar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yeşilhisar 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. Yeşilhisar 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

Yeşilhisar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Yeşilhisar has a population of 14,354 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,354
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
352.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yeşilhisar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yeşilhisar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yeşilhisar 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: Yeşilhisar 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 Yeşilhisar, 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: Yeşilhisar 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

Yeşilhisar has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Area352.5 sq mi (913.0 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates38.3523°N, 35.0887°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 Density41/sq mi
Total Area352.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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