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Al-`Ula, Saudi Arabia

Medina Region · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Al-`Ula is a mid-size city in Medina Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 32,413. Elevation: 2,270 ft (692 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
32,413 Population
2,270 ft Elevation 692 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
2.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
16% lower than US avg

People

Population32,413
Median Age31.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female61% / 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,157
Unemployment3.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.6%
Depression2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain2.6 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population32,413
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Coordinates26.6085°, 37.9232°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceMedina Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation2.6 inches (67 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Al-`Ula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al-`Ula receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Al-`Ula stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Al-`Ula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Al-`Ula has a population of 32,413. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.5% female and 60.5% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

32,413
Total Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Al-`Ula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al-`Ula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al-`Ula is N/A. Per capita income is $36,157. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 49.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Al-`Ula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Al-`Ula, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.0% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 2.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Al-`Ula vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Depression2.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Al-`Ula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 331 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 2.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,270 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.6 inches
93% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Coordinates26.6085°N, 37.9232°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
August 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Wettest
December 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in

Al-`Ula has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 56°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 2.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").

37.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+97.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Al-`Ula

What is the population of Al-`Ula?

Al-`Ula has a population of 32,413 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia.. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.5% female and 60.5% male.

Is Al-`Ula expensive to live in?

Al-`Ula is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Al-`Ula?

Al-`Ula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Al-`Ula?

Al-`Ula has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Al-`Ula?

37.7% of adults in Al-`Ula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Al-`Ula?

The obesity rate in Al-`Ula is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 2.0% of residents report depression.

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