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Basrah, Iraq

Basra · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Basrah is a major city in Basra, Iraq with a population of 1,326,564. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,326,564 Population 18,983/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
5.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
330% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,326,564
Median Age21.2 yrs
Density18,983/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,965
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain5.9 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population1,326,564
Population Density18,983 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates30.5085°, 47.7804°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceBasra
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation5.9 inches (151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Basrah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basrah receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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, high obesity rates. Basrah has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Basrah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Basrah has a population of 1,326,564 with a density of 18,983 people per square mile, spread across 69.9 square miles. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,326,564
Total Population
18,983
People / sq mi
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
69.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Basrah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Basrah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basrah is N/A. Per capita income is $5,965 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Basrah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
330% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Basrah, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 48.1% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.6% report binge drinking. 85.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity85.0%
Depression3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Basrah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 325 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 5.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 40% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.9 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median117.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %40.1%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area69.9 sq mi (181.0 km²)
Population Density18,983/sq mi
Coordinates30.5085°N, 47.7804°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 53°F (12°C)
1.2"
Feb 57°F (14°C)
0.8"
Mar 65°F (18°C)
0.8"
Apr 76°F (24°C)
0.6"
May 86°F (30°C)
0.2"
Jun 92°F (33°C)
0.0"
Jul 96°F (35°C)
0.0"
Aug 95°F (35°C)
0.0"
Sep 90°F (32°C)
0.0"
Oct 80°F (27°C)
0.1"
Nov 67°F (20°C)
0.9"
Dec 56°F (13°C)
1.3"

The warmest month is July at 96°F, while the coldest is January at 53°F — a seasonal swing of 42°F. December sees the most rain (1.3"), while June is the driest (0.0").

15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 81.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density18,983/sq mi
Total Area69.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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