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Ash Sharqāt, Iraq

Salah ad Din · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Ash Sharqāt is a large city in Salah ad Din, Iraq with a population of 160,000. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
160,000 Population
522 ft Elevation 159 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
12.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
330% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population160,000
Median Age21.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,965
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population160,000
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates35.5172°, 43.2281°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceSalah ad Din
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation12.2 inches (311 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Ash Sharqāt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ash Sharqāt receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Ash Sharqāt has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ash Sharqāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Ash Sharqāt has a population of 160,000. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

160,000
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ash Sharqāt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ash Sharqāt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ash Sharqāt is N/A. Per capita income is $5,965 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ash Sharqāt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
330% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ash Sharqāt, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 48.1% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.6% report binge drinking. 85.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ash Sharqāt vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity85.0%
Depression3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Ash Sharqāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 40% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median117.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %40.1%

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates35.5172°N, 43.2281°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
March 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
June 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 94°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in

Ash Sharqāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 50°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.0").

15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 81.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ash Sharqāt

What is the population of Ash Sharqāt?

Ash Sharqāt has a population of 160,000 residents and is located in Iraq.. The median age of residents is 21.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Ash Sharqāt expensive to live in?

Ash Sharqāt is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ash Sharqāt?

Ash Sharqāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 117.

How is the job market in Ash Sharqāt?

The job market in Ash Sharqāt faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ash Sharqāt?

15.6% of adults in Ash Sharqāt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ash Sharqāt?

The obesity rate in Ash Sharqāt is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 85.0% are physically inactive. 3.8% of residents report depression.

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