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Buq‘ātā, Syria

Quneitra · 🇸🇾 Syria

Buq‘ātā is a small city in Quneitra, Syria with a population of 6,528. Elevation: 3,570 ft (1,088 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
6,528 Population
3,570 ft Elevation 1,088 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Damascus Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
277% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population6,528
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,052
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,570 ft (1,088 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+94.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population6,528
Elevation3,570 ft (1,088 m)
Coordinates33.2011°, 35.7792°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceQuneitra
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (796 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Buq‘ātā a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buq‘ātā receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Buq‘ātā faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buq‘ātā enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Buq‘ātā has a population of 6,528. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,528
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Buq‘ātā vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buq‘ātā vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buq‘ātā is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Buq‘ātā vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
277% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Buq‘ātā, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 0.7% report depression. 87.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Buq‘ātā vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
High Blood Pressure41.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Buq‘ātā has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 279 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,570 ft (1,088 m)
Coordinates33.2011°N, 35.7792°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 34.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+94.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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