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Al Awjām, Saudi Arabia

Eastern Province · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Al Awjām is a small city in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia with a population of 11,460. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
11,460 Population
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
3.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
16% lower than US avg

People

Population11,460
Median Age31.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female61% / 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,157
Unemployment3.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.6%
Depression2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain3.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population11,460
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates26.5632°, 49.9433°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation3.1 inches (79 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Al Awjām a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Awjām receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Al Awjām stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al Awjām has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Al Awjām has a population of 11,460. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.5% female and 60.5% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,460
Total Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Awjām vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Awjām vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Awjām is N/A. Per capita income is $36,157. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 49.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al Awjām vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al Awjām, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.0% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 2.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Al Awjām vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Depression2.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Al Awjām has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 330 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 3.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.1 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates26.5632°N, 49.9433°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in

Al Awjām has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 60°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and May the driest (0.0").

37.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+97.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al Awjām

What is the population of Al Awjām?

Al Awjām has a population of 11,460 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia.. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.5% female and 60.5% male.

Is Al Awjām expensive to live in?

Al Awjām is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al Awjām?

Al Awjām has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Al Awjām?

Al Awjām has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al Awjām?

37.7% of adults in Al Awjām hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al Awjām?

The obesity rate in Al Awjām is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 2.0% of residents report depression.

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