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Yovon, Tajikistan

Khatlon Province · 🇹🇯 Tajikistan

Yovon is a small city in Khatlon Province, Tajikistan with a population of 17,471. Elevation: 2,146 ft (654 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
17,471 Population
2,146 ft Elevation 654 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
93% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

People

Population17,471
Median Age22.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,178
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty6.1%

Health

Obesity23.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,146 ft (654 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband56.8%
Population17,471
Elevation2,146 ft (654 m)
Coordinates38.3141°, 69.0378°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceKhatlon Province
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (647 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Yovon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yovon receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Yovon faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yovon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Yovon has a population of 17,471. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 3.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 72.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,471
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yovon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yovon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yovon is N/A. Per capita income is $1,178 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 24.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Yovon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
93% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living24.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Yovon, 23.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 46.8% have high blood pressure. 0.7% report binge drinking. 4.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Yovon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure46.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.7%
Depression4.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%

Food & Exercise

Yovon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,146 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.3%

Geography

Elevation2,146 ft (654 m)
Coordinates38.3141°N, 69.0378°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 4.9 in
May 67°F (20°C) 2.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
November 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in

Yovon has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 35°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 56.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+100.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yovon

What is the population of Yovon?

Yovon has a population of 17,471 residents and is located in Tajikistan.. The median age of residents is 22.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Yovon expensive to live in?

Yovon is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 24.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Yovon?

Yovon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Yovon?

The unemployment rate in Yovon is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Yovon?

10.0% of adults in Yovon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Yovon?

The obesity rate in Yovon is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.5% of residents report depression.

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