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Assa, Morocco

Guelmim-Oued Noun · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Assa is a small city in Guelmim-Oued Noun, Morocco with a population of 15,910. Elevation: 1,043 ft (318 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,910 Population
1,043 ft Elevation 318 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
2.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population15,910
Median Age29.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain2.9 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population15,910
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Coordinates28.6099°, -9.4299°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceGuelmim-Oued Noun
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation2.9 inches (74 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Assa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Assa receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Assa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Assa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Assa has a population of 15,910. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,910
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Assa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Assa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Assa is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Assa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Assa, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Assa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 331 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 2.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.9 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Coordinates28.6099°N, 9.4299°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
June 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
September 80°F (26°C) 0.3 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Wettest

Assa has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 56°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.7") and June the driest (0.0").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Assa

What is the population of Assa?

Assa has a population of 15,910 residents and is located in Morocco.. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Assa expensive to live in?

Assa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Assa?

Assa 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 84°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Assa?

The job market in Assa faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Assa?

21.7% of adults in Assa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Assa?

The obesity rate in Assa is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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