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Al Ghayz̧ah, Yemen

Al Mahrah Governorate · 🇾🇪 Yemen

Al Ghayz̧ah is a small city in Al Mahrah Governorate, Yemen with a population of 10,948. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
10,948 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
1.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Aden Timezone
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 13.7%
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.3%
381% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

People

Population10,948
Median Age19.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment17.3%
Poverty33.3%

Health

Obesity13.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain1.9 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband13.8%
Population10,948
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates16.2079°, 52.1761°
TimezoneAsia/Aden
Country🇾🇪 Yemen
State / ProvinceAl Mahrah Governorate
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation1.9 inches (47 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.8 years

Is Al Ghayz̧ah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Ghayz̧ah receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Al Ghayz̧ah faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 17.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al Ghayz̧ah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 333 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Al Ghayz̧ah has a population of 10,948. The median age is 19.8 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 6.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 43.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,948
Total Population
19.8yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Ghayz̧ah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Ghayz̧ah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Ghayz̧ah is N/A. The unemployment rate is 17.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 20, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al Ghayz̧ah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.3%
381% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living20.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al Ghayz̧ah, 13.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.7%
57% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression5.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.0%

Food & Exercise

Al Ghayz̧ah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 333 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 1.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.9 inches
95% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.3%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates16.2079°N, 52.1761°W
TimezoneAsia/Aden

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.3 in Wettest
May 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
June 87°F (31°C) 0.1 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 0.3 in
August 83°F (28°C) 0.3 in
September 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in

Al Ghayz̧ah has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 73°F in January to 87°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 1.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.3") and September the driest (0.0").

8.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 13.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al Ghayz̧ah

What is the population of Al Ghayz̧ah?

Al Ghayz̧ah has a population of 10,948 residents and is located in Yemen.. The median age of residents is 19.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Al Ghayz̧ah expensive to live in?

Al Ghayz̧ah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 20 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al Ghayz̧ah?

Al Ghayz̧ah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Al Ghayz̧ah?

The job market in Al Ghayz̧ah faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al Ghayz̧ah?

8.8% of adults in Al Ghayz̧ah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al Ghayz̧ah?

The obesity rate in Al Ghayz̧ah is 13.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 86.4% are physically inactive. 5.2% of residents report depression.

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