Khomein
City in Markazi, Iran
Overview
Khomein, the birthplace of Ayatollah Khomeini, is a historically significant city located in Iran's Markazi province. It offers a tranquil, authentic glimpse of provincial life, with a blend of cultural heritage, local markets, and religious sites. The city's laid-back atmosphere and friendly locals make it ideal for travelers seeking genuine Iranian experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Iran
Province
Markazi
Population
74,256
Time Zone
Asia/Tehran
Coordinates
33.64°, 50.03°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
60
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost · estimate
$458
Local Cost
$230
Local Income
$150
Cashless
15
English
20
Temperature
12.4°C
Summer Avg
24.8°C
Winter Avg
0.6°C
Record High
40.4°C
Record Low
-18.7°C
Humidity
43%
Precipitation
263 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Data sources
Source-backed data
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Record updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-21.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 45/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.