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Ash Sha‘m, United Arab Emirates

Ras Al Khaimah · 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Ash Sha‘m is a small town in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates with a population of 1,550. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,550 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
9.0 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

Population1,550
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population1,550
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates26.0279°, 56.0835°
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Country🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
State / ProvinceRas Al Khaimah
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation9.0 inches (228 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.5 years

Is Ash Sha‘m a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ash Sha‘m 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. Ash Sha‘m 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

Ash Sha‘m has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Ash Sha‘m has a population of 1,550. 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

1,550
Total Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Ash Sha‘m vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ash Sha‘m vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ash Sha‘m 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: Ash Sha‘m 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 Ash Sha‘m, 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: Ash Sha‘m 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

Ash Sha‘m has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. The area gets 320 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 9.0 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 92°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.1%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates26.0279°N, 56.0835°W
TimezoneAsia/Dubai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in
May 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 92°F (33°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.6 in
September 88°F (31°C) 0.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in

Ash Sha‘m has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 63°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.1").

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 Ash Sha‘m

What is the population of Ash Sha‘m?

Ash Sha‘m has a population of 1,550 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 Ash Sha‘m expensive to live in?

Ash Sha‘m 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 Ash Sha‘m?

Ash Sha‘m has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Ash Sha‘m?

The job market in Ash Sha‘m is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ash Sha‘m?

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

How healthy is Ash Sha‘m?

The obesity rate in Ash Sha‘m 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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