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Azilal, Morocco

Béni Mellal-Khénifra · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Azilal is a mid-size city in Béni Mellal-Khénifra, Morocco with a population of 42,062. Elevation: 4,452 ft (1,357 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,062 Population
4,452 ft Elevation 1,357 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
17.6 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

Population42,062
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation4,452 ft (1,357 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population42,062
Elevation4,452 ft (1,357 m)
Coordinates31.9616°, -6.5711°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceBéni Mellal-Khénifra
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (448 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Azilal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Azilal 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. Azilal 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

Azilal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Azilal has a population of 42,062. 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

42,062
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Azilal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Azilal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Azilal 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: Azilal 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 Azilal, 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: Azilal 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

Azilal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.6 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 4,452 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation4,452 ft (1,357 m)
Coordinates31.9616°N, 6.5711°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
May 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in

Azilal has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (0.1").

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 Azilal

What is the population of Azilal?

Azilal has a population of 42,062 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 Azilal expensive to live in?

Azilal 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 Azilal?

Azilal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Azilal?

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

How are the schools in Azilal?

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

How healthy is Azilal?

The obesity rate in Azilal 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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