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Yozgat, Turkey

Yozgat · 🇹🇷 Turkey

Yozgat is a mid-size city in Yozgat, Turkey with a population of 87,881. Elevation: 4,232 ft (1,290 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
87,881 Population 111/sq mi density
4,232 ft Elevation 1,290 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
19.3 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

Population87,881
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density111/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)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation4,232 ft (1,290 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population87,881
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation4,232 ft (1,290 m)
Coordinates39.8200°, 34.8044°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceYozgat
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation19.3 inches (491 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.7 inches (17 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is Yozgat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yozgat 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. Yozgat 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

Yozgat 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 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Yozgat has a population of 87,881 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

87,881
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
793.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yozgat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yozgat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yozgat 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: Yozgat 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 Yozgat, 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: Yozgat 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

Yozgat 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 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation4,232 ft (1,290 m)
Area793.1 sq mi (2,054.0 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates39.8200°N, 34.8044°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 Density111/sq mi
Total Area793.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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