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Bāmyān, Afghanistan

Bamyan · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Bāmyān is a mid-size city in Bamyan, Afghanistan with a population of 61,863. Elevation: 8,366 ft (2,550 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
61,863 Population 4,579/sq mi density
8,366 ft Elevation 2,550 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
15.0 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

Population61,863
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density4,579/mi²
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation8,366 ft (2,550 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population61,863
Population Density4,579 / sq mi
Elevation8,366 ft (2,550 m)
Coordinates34.8216°, 67.8273°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceBamyan
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (382 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Bāmyān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bāmyān 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. Bāmyān 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

Bāmyān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Bāmyān has a population of 61,863 with a density of 4,579 people per square mile. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

61,863
Total Population
4,579
People / sq mi
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bāmyān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bāmyān vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Bāmyān 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 Bāmyān, 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: Bāmyān 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

Bāmyān has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. The area enjoys 309 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation8,366 ft (2,550 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²)
Population Density4,579/sq mi
Coordinates34.8216°N, 67.8273°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

Population Density4,579/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Bāzār-e Yakāwlang 65,000 pop · 48.8 mi Panjāb 13,471 pop · 54.7 mi Paghmān 49,157 pop · 65.8 mi Maydanshakhr 1,600 pop · 66.0 mi Istālif 41,413 pop · 70.9 mi Mīr Bachah Kōṯ 5,405 pop · 73.5 mi Markaz-e Sayyidābād 7,301 pop · 76.0 mi Charikar 53,676 pop · 77.3 mi Kabul 4,434,550 pop · 79.1 mi Larkird 11,635 pop · 80.3 mi Jabal os Saraj 15,032 pop · 82.5 mi Ḩukūmatī Dahanah-ye Ghōrī 3,307 pop · 83.7 mi Baraki Barak 22,305 pop · 87.0 mi Barakī 15,000 pop · 87.2 mi
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