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Al Raafah, United Arab Emirates

Umm al Qaywayn · 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Al Raafah is a small town in Umm al Qaywayn, United Arab Emirates with a population of 2,704. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,704 Population
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
5.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dubai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
40% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population2,704
Median Age33.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,851
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain5.3 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+98.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population2,704
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates25.5507°, 55.6862°
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Country🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
State / ProvinceUmm al Qaywayn
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation5.3 inches (134 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.5 years

Is Al Raafah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Raafah receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Al Raafah 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 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al Raafah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Al Raafah has a population of 2,704. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. 1.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,704
Total Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Al Raafah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Raafah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Raafah is N/A. Per capita income is $49,851 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (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 63.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al Raafah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,851

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
40% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living63.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al Raafah, 32.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 15.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.4% have high blood pressure. 7.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes15.1%
High Blood Pressure41.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.8%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Al Raafah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 326 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 5.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.3 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.1%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates25.5507°N, 55.6862°W
TimezoneAsia/Dubai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in
June 92°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 96°F (35°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in

Al Raafah has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 66°F in January to 96°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.6") and June the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+98.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al Raafah

What is the population of Al Raafah?

Al Raafah has a population of 2,704 residents and is located in United Arab Emirates.. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Al Raafah expensive to live in?

Al Raafah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 63.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al Raafah?

Al Raafah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Al Raafah?

The job market in Al Raafah is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al Raafah?

35.0% of adults in Al Raafah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al Raafah?

The obesity rate in Al Raafah is 32.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.8% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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