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Ashkāsham, Afghanistan

Badakhshan · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Ashkāsham is a small city in Badakhshan, Afghanistan with a population of 12,120. Elevation: 10,030 ft (3,057 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
12,120 Population
10,030 ft Elevation 3,057 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
10.5 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

Population12,120
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation10,030 ft (3,057 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population12,120
Elevation10,030 ft (3,057 m)
Coordinates36.6833°, 71.5333°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceBadakhshan
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation10.5 inches (266 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Ashkāsham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashkāsham 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. Ashkāsham 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

Ashkāsham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Ashkāsham has a population of 12,120. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,120
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashkāsham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ashkāsham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashkāsham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Ashkāsham 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 Ashkāsham, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 3.7% report depression. 88.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ashkāsham 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

Ashkāsham has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation10,030 ft (3,057 m)
Coordinates36.6833°N, 71.5333°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). 17.7% of households have broadband internet.

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

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