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Akka, Morocco

Souss-Massa · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Akka is a small city in Souss-Massa, Morocco with a population of 7,501. Elevation: 1,713 ft (522 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,501 Population
1,713 ft Elevation 522 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
5.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population7,501
Median Age29.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain5.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population7,501
Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)
Coordinates29.3891°, -8.2549°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceSouss-Massa
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation5.8 inches (147 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Akka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akka receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Akka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Akka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 87°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 Good with a median AQI of 43.

Akka has a population of 7,501. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,501
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Akka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akka is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Akka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Akka, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Akka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 326 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 5.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,713 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)
Coordinates29.3891°N, 8.2549°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 0.8 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 87°F (30°C) 0.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in Wettest

Akka has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 54°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.2") and June the driest (0.0").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Akka

What is the population of Akka?

Akka has a population of 7,501 residents and is located in Morocco.. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Akka expensive to live in?

Akka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Akka?

Akka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Akka?

The job market in Akka faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Akka?

21.7% of adults in Akka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Akka?

The obesity rate in Akka is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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