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Al-Hamdaniya, Iraq

Nineveh · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Al-Hamdaniya is a mid-size city in Nineveh, Iraq with a population of 50,000. Elevation: 899 ft (274 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
50,000 Population
899 ft Elevation 274 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
19.8 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

Population50,000
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population50,000
Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Coordinates36.2709°, 43.3776°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceNineveh
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation19.8 inches (502 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Al-Hamdaniya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al-Hamdaniya 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. Al-Hamdaniya 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

Al-Hamdaniya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Al-Hamdaniya has a population of 50,000. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

50,000
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Al-Hamdaniya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al-Hamdaniya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al-Hamdaniya is N/A. Per capita income is $5,965 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al-Hamdaniya 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 Al-Hamdaniya, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 48.1% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.6% report binge drinking. 85.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Al-Hamdaniya 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

Al-Hamdaniya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 40% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 899 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 94°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Coordinates36.2709°N, 43.3776°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
June 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 94°F (34°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 92°F (34°C) 0.0 in
September 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
November 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in

Al-Hamdaniya has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 44°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.0").

15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 81.7% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Al-Hamdaniya

What is the population of Al-Hamdaniya?

Al-Hamdaniya has a population of 50,000 residents and is located in Iraq.. The median age of residents is 21.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Al-Hamdaniya expensive to live in?

Al-Hamdaniya is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al-Hamdaniya?

Al-Hamdaniya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 117.

How is the job market in Al-Hamdaniya?

The job market in Al-Hamdaniya faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al-Hamdaniya?

15.6% of adults in Al-Hamdaniya hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al-Hamdaniya?

The obesity rate in Al-Hamdaniya is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 85.0% are physically inactive. 3.8% of residents report depression.

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