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Aswān, Egypt

Aswan · 🇪🇬 Egypt

Aswān is a large city in Aswan, Egypt with a population of 379,774. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
379,774 Population 2,623/sq mi density
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
0.0 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

Population379,774
Median Age24.1 yrs
Density2,623/mi²
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain0.0 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.7%
Population379,774
Population Density2,623 / sq mi
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates24.0908°, 32.8994°
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Country🇪🇬 Egypt
State / ProvinceAswan
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation0.0 inches (0 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.1 years

Is Aswān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aswān 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. Aswān 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

Aswān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 336 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Aswān has a population of 379,774 with a density of 2,623 people per square mile. The median age is 24.1 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

379,774
Total Population
2,623
People / sq mi
24.1yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
144.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Aswān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aswān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aswān is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Aswān 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 Aswān, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% are current smokers. 0.4% report depression. 87.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aswān 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

Aswān has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation is 0.0 inches. The area enjoys 336 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.0 inches
100% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.4%

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area144.8 sq mi (375.0 km²)
Population Density2,623/sq mi
Coordinates24.0908°N, 32.8994°W
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
38.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). 72.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,623/sq mi
Total Area144.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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