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Al Markhīyah, Qatar

Baladīyat ad Dawḩah · 🇶🇦 Qatar

Al Markhīyah is a small city in Baladīyat ad Dawḩah, Qatar with a population of 11,272. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,272 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
3.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Qatar Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
96% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population11,272
Median Age33.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female71% / 29%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$81,817
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.0%
Depression1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain3.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.7%
Population11,272
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates25.3249°, 51.4984°
TimezoneAsia/Qatar
Country🇶🇦 Qatar
State / ProvinceBaladīyat ad Dawḩah
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation3.2 inches (81 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.7 years

Is Al Markhīyah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Markhīyah receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Al Markhīyah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al Markhīyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 63°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 3.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Al Markhīyah has a population of 11,272. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 28.7% female and 71.3% male. 16.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,272
Total Population
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 71.3%
Female 28.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Markhīyah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Markhīyah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Markhīyah is N/A. Per capita income is $81,817 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al Markhīyah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$81,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
96% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al Markhīyah, 43.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 40.9% have high blood pressure. 12.0% are current smokers. 1.3% report binge drinking. 88.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes18.9%
High Blood Pressure40.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking1.3%
Physical Inactivity88.2%
Depression1.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Al Markhīyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 63°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 3.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.2 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.2%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates25.3249°N, 51.4984°W
TimezoneAsia/Qatar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in
March 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
May 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 94°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in

Al Markhīyah has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 63°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.0") and June the driest (0.0").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 99.7% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+97.0%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al Markhīyah

What is the population of Al Markhīyah?

Al Markhīyah has a population of 11,272 residents and is located in Qatar.. The median age of residents is 33.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 28.7% female and 71.3% male.

Is Al Markhīyah expensive to live in?

Al Markhīyah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al Markhīyah?

Al Markhīyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 63°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 3.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Al Markhīyah?

The job market in Al Markhīyah is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al Markhīyah?

28.0% of adults in Al Markhīyah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al Markhīyah?

The obesity rate in Al Markhīyah is 43.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.0% of adults are smokers. 88.2% are physically inactive. 1.0% of residents report depression.

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