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El Guetar, Tunisia

Gafsa · 🇹🇳 Tunisia

El Guetar is a small city in Gafsa, Tunisia with a population of 14,088. Elevation: 791 ft (241 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
14,088 Population
791 ft Elevation 241 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
6.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.1%
320% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population14,088
Median Age33.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,951
Unemployment15.1%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.7%
Depression1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain6.9 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+86.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.4%
Population14,088
Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Coordinates34.3363°, 8.9496°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceGafsa
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation6.9 inches (174 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.1 years

Is El Guetar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Guetar receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. El Guetar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Guetar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

El Guetar has a population of 14,088. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 9.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,088
Total Population
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Guetar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Guetar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Guetar is N/A. Per capita income is $3,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above 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 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Guetar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
320% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In El Guetar, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.7% have high blood pressure. 22.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.8% report binge drinking. 81.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: El Guetar vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes12.5%
High Blood Pressure34.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.7%
62% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.8%
Physical Inactivity81.5%
Depression1.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

El Guetar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 48% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.9 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median103.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %48.3%

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Coordinates34.3363°N, 8.9496°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
June 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in

El Guetar has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 49°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.9") and July the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 72.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+86.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Guetar

What is the population of El Guetar?

El Guetar has a population of 14,088 residents and is located in Tunisia.. The median age of residents is 33.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is El Guetar expensive to live in?

El Guetar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in El Guetar?

El Guetar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How is the job market in El Guetar?

The job market in El Guetar faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in El Guetar?

15.0% of adults in El Guetar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Guetar?

The obesity rate in El Guetar is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.7% of adults are smokers. 81.5% are physically inactive. 1.2% of residents report depression.

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