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Buraydah, Saudi Arabia

Al-Qassim Region · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Buraydah is a major city in Al-Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 745,353. Elevation: 1,988 ft (606 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
745,353 Population 1,495/sq mi density
1,988 ft Elevation 606 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
7.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
16% lower than US avg

People

Population745,353
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1,495/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,157
Unemployment3.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.6%
Depression2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain7.1 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population745,353
Population Density1,495 / sq mi
Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)
Coordinates26.3260°, 43.9750°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceAl-Qassim Region
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation7.1 inches (181 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Buraydah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buraydah receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Buraydah stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buraydah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Buraydah has a population of 745,353 with a density of 1,495 people per square mile, spread across 498.5 square miles. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.5% female and 60.5% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

745,353
Total Population
1,495
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
498.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Buraydah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buraydah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buraydah is N/A. Per capita income is $36,157. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 49.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Buraydah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Buraydah, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.0% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 2.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Depression2.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Buraydah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 323 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 7.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,988 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.1 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)
Area498.5 sq mi (1,291.0 km²)
Population Density1,495/sq mi
Coordinates26.3260°N, 43.9750°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in
May 87°F (30°C) 0.2 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
December 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in

Buraydah has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 55°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.0").

37.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+97.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,495/sq mi
Total Area498.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Buraydah

What is the population of Buraydah?

Buraydah has a population of 745,353 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 1,495 people per square mile, spread across 498.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.5% female and 60.5% male.

Is Buraydah expensive to live in?

Buraydah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Buraydah?

Buraydah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Buraydah?

Buraydah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Buraydah?

37.7% of adults in Buraydah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Buraydah?

The obesity rate in Buraydah is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 2.0% of residents report depression.

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