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Yıldızeli, Turkey

Sivas · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Yıldızeli is a small city in Sivas, Turkey with a population of 6,420. Elevation: 4,478 ft (1,365 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,420 Population 6/sq mi density
4,478 ft Elevation 1,365 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
17.4 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

Population6,420
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density6/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)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation4,478 ft (1,365 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population6,420
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,478 ft (1,365 m)
Coordinates39.8664°, 36.5989°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSivas
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (443 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.6 inches (17 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Yıldızeli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yıldızeli 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. Yıldızeli 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

Yıldızeli experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Yıldızeli has a population of 6,420 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,175.3 square miles. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,420
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1,175.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yıldızeli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yıldızeli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yıldızeli is N/A. Per capita income is $13,375 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 31.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Yıldızeli 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 Yıldızeli, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.8% have high blood pressure. 31.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 2.2% report binge drinking. 81.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Yıldızeli 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

Yıldızeli experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,478 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,478 ft (1,365 m)
Area1,175.3 sq mi (3,044.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates39.8664°N, 36.5989°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.4 in
March 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
August 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 0.7 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in

Yıldızeli has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 24°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.5") and August the driest (0.4").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density6/sq mi
Total Area1,175.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yıldızeli

What is the population of Yıldızeli?

Yıldızeli has a population of 6,420 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,175.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Yıldızeli expensive to live in?

Yıldızeli is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 31.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Yıldızeli?

Yıldızeli has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Yıldızeli?

The job market in Yıldızeli faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Yıldızeli?

44.6% of adults in Yıldızeli hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Yıldızeli?

The obesity rate in Yıldızeli is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 31.1% of adults are smokers. 81.3% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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