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Bou Izakarn, Morocco

Guelmim-Oued Noun · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Bou Izakarn is a small city in Guelmim-Oued Noun, Morocco with a population of 15,536. Elevation: 2,083 ft (635 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,536 Population
2,083 ft Elevation 635 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
6.9 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

Population15,536
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain6.9 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation2,083 ft (635 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population15,536
Elevation2,083 ft (635 m)
Coordinates29.1771°, -9.7118°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceGuelmim-Oued Noun
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation6.9 inches (174 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Bou Izakarn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bou Izakarn 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. Bou Izakarn 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

Bou Izakarn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bou Izakarn has a population of 15,536. 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

15,536
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bou Izakarn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bou Izakarn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bou Izakarn 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: Bou Izakarn 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 Bou Izakarn, 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: Bou Izakarn 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

Bou Izakarn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.9 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 2,083 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.9 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation2,083 ft (635 m)
Coordinates29.1771°N, 9.7118°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
April 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.9 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.2 in Wettest

Bou Izakarn has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 51°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 6.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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 Bou Izakarn

What is the population of Bou Izakarn?

Bou Izakarn has a population of 15,536 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 Bou Izakarn expensive to live in?

Bou Izakarn 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 Bou Izakarn?

Bou Izakarn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Bou Izakarn?

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

How are the schools in Bou Izakarn?

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

How healthy is Bou Izakarn?

The obesity rate in Bou Izakarn 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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