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Al Wajh, Saudi Arabia

Tabuk Region · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Al Wajh is a small city in Tabuk Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 26,636. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
26,636 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
0.9 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

Population26,636
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain0.9 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population26,636
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates26.2309°, 36.4649°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceTabuk Region
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation0.9 inches (23 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Al Wajh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Al Wajh 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 Wajh 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 Wajh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Al Wajh has a population of 26,636. 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

26,636
Total Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Al Wajh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Al Wajh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Al Wajh 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 Wajh 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 Wajh, 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 Wajh 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 Wajh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 334 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 0.9 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.9 inches
98% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates26.2309°N, 36.4649°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
March 71°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
August 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Wettest

Al Wajh has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 66°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 0.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.3") and April 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 Wajh

What is the population of Al Wajh?

Al Wajh has a population of 26,636 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 Wajh expensive to live in?

Al Wajh 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 Wajh?

Al Wajh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Al Wajh?

Al Wajh 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 Wajh?

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

How healthy is Al Wajh?

The obesity rate in Al Wajh 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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