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Cheraga, Algeria

Algiers · 🇩🇿 Algeria

Cheraga is a small city in Algiers, Algeria with a population of 27,835. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
27,835 Population
561 ft Elevation 171 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
223% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population27,835
Median Age28.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,370
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.9%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population27,835
Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates36.7678°, 2.9592°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceAlgiers
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation28.5 inches (725 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is Cheraga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheraga receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cheraga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cheraga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Cheraga has a population of 27,835. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,835
Total Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheraga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cheraga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheraga is N/A. Per capita income is $5,370 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cheraga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
223% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cheraga, 23.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 36.2% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.5% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure36.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.5%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Cheraga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates36.7678°N, 2.9592°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
March 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
December 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in Wettest

Cheraga has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 52°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.1").

24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 76.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cheraga

What is the population of Cheraga?

Cheraga has a population of 27,835 residents and is located in Algeria.. The median age of residents is 28.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Cheraga expensive to live in?

Cheraga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cheraga?

Cheraga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Cheraga?

The job market in Cheraga faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Cheraga?

24.5% of adults in Cheraga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cheraga?

The obesity rate in Cheraga is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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