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Merkez
City in Bayburt, Turkey
Overview
Merkez is the main hub of Bayburt in northeastern Turkey, known for its relaxed atmosphere, historic architecture, and riverside setting along the Çoruh River. The city offers a glimpse of authentic Anatolian life with charming neighborhoods, centuries-old landmarks, and friendly locals.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Turkey
Province
Bayburt
Population
—
Time Zone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
40.26°, 40.22°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$610
Local Cost
$390
Local Income
$370
Cashless
35
English
20
Temperature
3.8°C
Summer Avg
14.2°C
Winter Avg
-7.6°C
Record High
33.0°C
Record Low
-27.4°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
669 mm
Internet Speed
32 Mbps
Upload
11 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
7
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
4.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 31 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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