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Arghestān, Afghanistan

Kandahar · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Arghestān is a small town in Kandahar, Afghanistan with a population of 894. Elevation: 4,144 ft (1,263 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
894 Population
4,144 ft Elevation 1,263 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
9.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
271% higher than US avg

People

Population894
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$414
Unemployment13.4%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation4,144 ft (1,263 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population894
Elevation4,144 ft (1,263 m)
Coordinates31.5598°, 66.4893°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceKandahar
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation9.5 inches (241 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Arghestān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arghestān receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Arghestān faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Arghestān enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Arghestān has a population of 894. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

894
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Arghestān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Arghestān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arghestān is N/A. Per capita income is $414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 18.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Arghestān vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Arghestān, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 88.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Arghestān vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity88.1%
Depression3.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Arghestān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,144 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.5 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation4,144 ft (1,263 m)
Coordinates31.5598°N, 66.4893°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in Wettest
March 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
April 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 87°F (31°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
November 53°F (11°C) 0.4 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in

Arghestān has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 17.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Arghestān

What is the population of Arghestān?

Arghestān has a population of 894 residents and is located in Afghanistan.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Arghestān expensive to live in?

Arghestān is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Arghestān?

Arghestān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Arghestān?

The job market in Arghestān faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Arghestān?

10.9% of adults in Arghestān hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Arghestān?

The obesity rate in Arghestān is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.1% are physically inactive. 3.7% of residents report depression.

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