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Dafna, Israel

Northern District · 🇮🇱 Israel

Dafna is a small town in Northern District, Israel with a population of 965. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
965 Population
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jerusalem Timezone
$54,700 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,700 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,700
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.5%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population965
Median Age30.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,700
Per Capita$52,004
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity22.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.4%
Depression6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI81 (Moderate)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+91.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population965
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates33.2301°, 35.6387°
TimezoneAsia/Jerusalem
Country🇮🇱 Israel
State / ProvinceNorthern District
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (648 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$54,700
Median Age30.4 years

Is Dafna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dafna receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dafna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dafna is $54,700, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dafna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 81.

Dafna has a population of 965. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

965
Total Population
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dafna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dafna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dafna is $54,700, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,004 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 94.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dafna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,700
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living94.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dafna, 22.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.5%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression6.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Dafna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 347 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 81 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median81.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %63.6%

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates33.2301°N, 35.6387°W
TimezoneAsia/Jerusalem

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 7.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
December 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in

Dafna has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 50°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+91.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dafna

What is the population of Dafna?

Dafna has a population of 965 residents and is located in Israel.. The median age of residents is 30.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Dafna expensive to live in?

Dafna is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,700, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Dafna?

Dafna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 81.

How is the job market in Dafna?

Dafna has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dafna?

35.0% of adults in Dafna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dafna?

The obesity rate in Dafna is 22.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 6.5% of residents report depression.

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