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Merkez
City in Karabük, Turkey
Overview
Merkez is the central district of Karabük, Turkey, offering a blend of modern amenities and rich heritage amidst scenic Black Sea landscapes. The city is a quiet gateway to famous attractions like the UNESCO-listed Safranbolu, boasting a laid-back vibe, authentic Turkish cuisine, and welcoming communities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Turkey
Province
Karabük
Population
—
Time Zone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
41.20°, 32.63°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
82
Monthly Cost
$649
Local Cost
$370
Local Income
$495
Cashless
60
English
15
Temperature
9.9°C
Summer Avg
19.3°C
Winter Avg
0.0°C
Record High
38.2°C
Record Low
-23.2°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
682 mm
Internet Speed
38 Mbps
Upload
12 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
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 9 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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