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Al Hillah, Iraq

Babil · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Al Hillah is a large city in Babil, Iraq with a population of 455,700. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
455,700 Population
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
4.0 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

Population455,700
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain4.0 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population455,700
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates32.4637°, 44.4196°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceBabil
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average96°F (36°C)
Annual Precipitation4.0 inches (101 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Al Hillah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Hillah 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 Hillah 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 Hillah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Al Hillah has a population of 455,700. 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

455,700
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Hillah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Hillah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Hillah 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 Hillah 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 Hillah, 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 Hillah 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 Hillah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 329 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 4.0 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 108 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 96°F Jul (36°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average96°F (36°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.0 inches
90% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates32.4637°N, 44.4196°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
May 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 96°F (36°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in
October 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in

Al Hillah has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 50°F in January to 96°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.9") 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 Hillah

What is the population of Al Hillah?

Al Hillah has a population of 455,700 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 Hillah expensive to live in?

Al Hillah 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 Hillah?

Al Hillah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.0 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 Hillah?

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

How are the schools in Al Hillah?

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

How healthy is Al Hillah?

The obesity rate in Al Hillah 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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