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Abū Ghurayb, Iraq

Baghdad · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Abū Ghurayb is a major city in Baghdad, Iraq with a population of 900,000. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
900,000 Population
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
5.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
330% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population900,000
Median Age21.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,965
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain5.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population900,000
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates33.3056°, 44.1848°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceBaghdad
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation5.8 inches (146 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Abū Ghurayb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abū Ghurayb receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Abū Ghurayb has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Abū Ghurayb has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Abū Ghurayb has a population of 900,000. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

900,000
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Abū Ghurayb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Abū Ghurayb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abū Ghurayb is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Abū Ghurayb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
330% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Abū Ghurayb, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% are current smokers. 3.8% report depression. 85.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Abū Ghurayb vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity85.0%
Depression3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Abū Ghurayb has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.8 inches
85% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median117.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %40.1%

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates33.3056°N, 44.1848°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Baghdad 7,216,000 pop · 12.7 mi Al Maḩmūdīyah 350,000 pop · 19.8 mi Al Fallūjah 190,159 pop · 23.2 mi Nāḩiyat al Iskandarīyah 100,600 pop · 30.4 mi Al Musayyib 57,300 pop · 36.9 mi Ad Dujayl 26,362 pop · 37.5 mi Baqubah 152,550 pop · 39.3 mi Khāliş 70,046 pop · 40.1 mi Nāḩīyat Saddat al Hindīyah 30,622 pop · 41.1 mi Aş Şuwayrah 77,200 pop · 43.1 mi Al Maḩāwīl 31,200 pop · 46.4 mi Karbala 1,218,732 pop · 48.5 mi Balad 42,088 pop · 49.1 mi Ramadi 223,500 pop · 51.2 mi
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