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Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Eastern Province · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Dhahran is a mid-size city in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia with a population of 99,540. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
99,540 Population 2,578/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
3.0 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

Population99,540
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density2,578/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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain3.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population99,540
Population Density2,578 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates26.2886°, 50.1140°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation3.0 inches (77 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Dhahran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dhahran 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. Dhahran 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

Dhahran has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Dhahran has a population of 99,540 with a density of 2,578 people per square mile, spread across 38.6 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

99,540
Total Population
2,578
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
38.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dhahran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dhahran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dhahran 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: Dhahran 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 Dhahran, 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: Dhahran 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

Dhahran has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 330 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 3.0 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 144 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.0 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area38.6 sq mi (100.0 km²)
Population Density2,578/sq mi
Coordinates26.2886°N, 50.1140°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in
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 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in

Dhahran has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 60°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and May 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 Density2,578/sq mi
Total Area38.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dhahran

What is the population of Dhahran?

Dhahran has a population of 99,540 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 2,578 people per square mile, spread across 38.6 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 Dhahran expensive to live in?

Dhahran 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 Dhahran?

Dhahran has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Dhahran?

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

How are the schools in Dhahran?

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

How healthy is Dhahran?

The obesity rate in Dhahran 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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