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Al Ḩirāk, Syria

Daraa · 🇸🇾 Syria

Al Ḩirāk is a small city in Daraa, Syria with a population of 23,784. Elevation: 2,080 ft (634 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
23,784 Population
2,080 ft Elevation 634 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
10.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Damascus Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
277% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population23,784
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,052
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+94.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population23,784
Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)
Coordinates32.7495°, 36.3058°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceDaraa
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation10.9 inches (277 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Al Ḩirāk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Ḩirāk receives an overall livability score of 1.5 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 Ḩirāk faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al Ḩirāk enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Al Ḩirāk has a population of 23,784. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 4.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

23,784
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Ḩirāk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Ḩirāk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Ḩirāk is N/A. Per capita income is $1,052 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al Ḩirāk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
277% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al Ḩirāk, 33.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.1% have high blood pressure. 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
High Blood Pressure41.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Al Ḩirāk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 316 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 10.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.9 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)
Coordinates32.7495°N, 36.3058°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
March 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 58°F (15°C) 1.1 in
December 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in

Al Ḩirāk has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 46°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 34.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+94.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al Ḩirāk

What is the population of Al Ḩirāk?

Al Ḩirāk has a population of 23,784 residents and is located in Syria.. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Al Ḩirāk expensive to live in?

Al Ḩirāk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al Ḩirāk?

Al Ḩirāk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Al Ḩirāk?

The job market in Al Ḩirāk faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al Ḩirāk?

6.0% of adults in Al Ḩirāk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al Ḩirāk?

The obesity rate in Al Ḩirāk is 33.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 87.5% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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