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Al Qaryatayn, Syria

Homs · 🇸🇾 Syria

Al Qaryatayn is a mid-size city in Homs, Syria with a population of 31,748. Elevation: 2,444 ft (745 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
31,748 Population
2,444 ft Elevation 745 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
4.9 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

Population31,748
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 Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain4.9 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation2,444 ft (745 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population31,748
Elevation2,444 ft (745 m)
Coordinates34.2296°, 37.2407°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceHoms
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation4.9 inches (125 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Al Qaryatayn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Qaryatayn 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 Qaryatayn 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 Qaryatayn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Al Qaryatayn has a population of 31,748. 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

31,748
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Qaryatayn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Qaryatayn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Qaryatayn 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 Qaryatayn 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 Qaryatayn, 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 Qaryatayn 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 Qaryatayn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 327 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 4.9 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 2,444 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.9 inches
87% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,444 ft (745 m)
Coordinates34.2296°N, 37.2407°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
March 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
April 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
December 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in

Al Qaryatayn has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 42°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 4.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.0") 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 Qaryatayn

What is the population of Al Qaryatayn?

Al Qaryatayn has a population of 31,748 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 Qaryatayn expensive to live in?

Al Qaryatayn 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 Qaryatayn?

Al Qaryatayn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Al Qaryatayn?

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

How are the schools in Al Qaryatayn?

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

How healthy is Al Qaryatayn?

The obesity rate in Al Qaryatayn 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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