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Al Qanţarah, Egypt

Ismailia · 🇪🇬 Egypt

Al Qanţarah is a mid-size city in Ismailia, Egypt with a population of 31,808. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
31,808 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
2.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Cairo Timezone
$4,300 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$4,300 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $4,300
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.0%
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
88% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

People

Population31,808
Median Age24.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,300
Per Capita$3,457
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.4%

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.9%
Depression0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain2.1 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.7%
Population31,808
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates30.8571°, 32.3118°
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Country🇪🇬 Egypt
State / ProvinceIsmailia
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation2.1 inches (52 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,300
Median Age24.1 years

Is Al Qanţarah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Qanţarah receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Al Qanţarah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Al Qanţarah is $4,300, 94% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al Qanţarah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Al Qanţarah has a population of 31,808. The median age is 24.1 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 9.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

31,808
Total Population
24.1yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Qanţarah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Qanţarah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Qanţarah is $4,300, which is 94% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,457 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 17.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al Qanţarah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$4,300
94% below US avg
Per Capita Income$3,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
88% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living17.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al Qanţarah, 44.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 38.2% have high blood pressure. 26.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
High Blood Pressure38.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.9%
92% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression0.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Al Qanţarah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 332 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 2.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.1 inches
95% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.4%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates30.8571°N, 32.3118°W
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
December 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in

Al Qanţarah has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 57°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 2.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.5") and June the driest (0.0").

38.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.0%
13% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al Qanţarah

What is the population of Al Qanţarah?

Al Qanţarah has a population of 31,808 residents and is located in Egypt.. The median age of residents is 24.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Al Qanţarah expensive to live in?

Al Qanţarah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 17.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $4,300, 94% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Al Qanţarah?

Al Qanţarah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Al Qanţarah?

The unemployment rate in Al Qanţarah is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Al Qanţarah?

38.0% of adults in Al Qanţarah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al Qanţarah?

The obesity rate in Al Qanţarah is 44.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 87.5% are physically inactive. 0.4% of residents report depression.

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