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Ahvaz, Iran

Khuzestan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Ahvaz is a major city in Khuzestan, Iran with a population of 841,145. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
841,145 Population 4,126/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
10.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

People

Population841,145
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density4,126/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty2.5%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.7%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population841,145
Population Density4,126 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates31.3190°, 48.6842°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceKhuzestan
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average99°F (37°C)
Annual Precipitation10.0 inches (254 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Ahvaz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ahvaz receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ahvaz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ahvaz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 99°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ahvaz has a population of 841,145 with a density of 4,126 people per square mile, spread across 203.9 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

841,145
Total Population
4,126
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
203.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ahvaz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ahvaz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ahvaz is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ahvaz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ahvaz, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ahvaz vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Ahvaz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 99°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 99°F Jul (37°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average99°F (37°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area203.9 sq mi (528.0 km²)
Population Density4,126/sq mi
Coordinates31.3190°N, 48.6842°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 1.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.2 in
June 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 99°F (37°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 98°F (37°C) 0.0 in
September 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Ahvaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 54°F in January to 99°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (0.0").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,126/sq mi
Total Area203.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ahvaz

What is the population of Ahvaz?

Ahvaz has a population of 841,145 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 4,126 people per square mile, spread across 203.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Ahvaz expensive to live in?

Ahvaz is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ahvaz?

Ahvaz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 99°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Ahvaz?

The job market in Ahvaz faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ahvaz?

26.4% of adults in Ahvaz hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ahvaz?

The obesity rate in Ahvaz is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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