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El Hajeb, Morocco

Fès-Meknès · 🇲🇦 Morocco

El Hajeb is a mid-size city in Fès-Meknès, Morocco with a population of 38,527. Elevation: 3,356 ft (1,023 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,527 Population
3,356 ft Elevation 1,023 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
19.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population38,527
Median Age29.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population38,527
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Coordinates33.6879°, -5.3710°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceFès-Meknès
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation19.9 inches (506 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is El Hajeb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Hajeb receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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 Hajeb has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Hajeb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

El Hajeb has a population of 38,527. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

38,527
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Hajeb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Hajeb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Hajeb is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Hajeb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In El Hajeb, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

El Hajeb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.9 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Coordinates33.6879°N, 5.3710°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 2.5 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
May 62°F (16°C) 1.6 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in Wettest

El Hajeb has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.1").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Hajeb

What is the population of El Hajeb?

El Hajeb has a population of 38,527 residents and is located in Morocco.. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is El Hajeb expensive to live in?

El Hajeb is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in El Hajeb?

El Hajeb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in El Hajeb?

The job market in El Hajeb faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in El Hajeb?

21.7% of adults in El Hajeb hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Hajeb?

The obesity rate in El Hajeb is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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