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Baghlān, Afghanistan

Baghlan · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Baghlān is a large city in Baghlan, Afghanistan with a population of 108,449. Elevation: 1,742 ft (531 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
108,449 Population
1,742 ft Elevation 531 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
12.7 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

Population108,449
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population108,449
Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Coordinates36.1307°, 68.7083°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceBaghlan
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation12.7 inches (322 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Baghlān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baghlān 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. Baghlān 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

Baghlān enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Baghlān has a population of 108,449. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

108,449
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Baghlān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Baghlān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baghlān is N/A. Per capita income is $414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 18.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Baghlān 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 Baghlān, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 88.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Baghlān 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

Baghlān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,742 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Coordinates36.1307°N, 68.7083°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 35°F (2°C)
1.6"
Feb 40°F (4°C)
2.2"
Mar 51°F (10°C)
3.0"
Apr 63°F (17°C)
2.6"
May 73°F (23°C)
1.1"
Jun 84°F (29°C)
0.0"
Jul 87°F (31°C)
0.0"
Aug 84°F (29°C)
0.0"
Sep 75°F (24°C)
0.0"
Oct 63°F (17°C)
0.3"
Nov 50°F (10°C)
0.8"
Dec 41°F (5°C)
1.1"

The warmest month is July at 87°F, while the coldest is January at 35°F — a seasonal swing of 52°F. March sees the most rain (3.0"), while August is the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 17.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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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