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Ash-Shaykh Zāyid, Egypt

Giza · 🇪🇬 Egypt

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid is a mid-size city in Giza, Egypt with a population of 95,854. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
95,854 Population
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
0.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Cairo Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.0%
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
88% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

People

Population95,854
Median Age24.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,457
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.4%

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.9%
Depression0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain0.9 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.7%
Population95,854
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates30.0200°, 31.0000°
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Country🇪🇬 Egypt
State / ProvinceGiza
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation0.9 inches (23 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.1 years

Is Ash-Shaykh Zāyid a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 82°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 Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid has a population of 95,854. The median age is 24.1 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 9.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

95,854
Total Population
24.1yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid is N/A. Per capita income is $3,457 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 17.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ash-Shaykh Zāyid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
88% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living17.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ash-Shaykh Zāyid, 44.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 38.2% have high blood pressure. 26.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ash-Shaykh Zāyid vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
High Blood Pressure38.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.9%
92% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression0.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 82°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 Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.4%

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates30.0200°N, 31.0000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in Wettest
March 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 56°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 0.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.2") and June the driest (0.0").

38.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.0%
13% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ash-Shaykh Zāyid

What is the population of Ash-Shaykh Zāyid?

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid has a population of 95,854 residents and is located in Egypt.. The median age of residents is 24.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Ash-Shaykh Zāyid expensive to live in?

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 17.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid?

Ash-Shaykh Zāyid enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°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 Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid?

The unemployment rate in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid?

38.0% of adults in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ash-Shaykh Zāyid?

The obesity rate in Ash-Shaykh Zāyid is 44.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 87.5% are physically inactive. 0.4% of residents report depression.

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