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El Ksour, Tunisia

Kef Governorate · 🇹🇳 Tunisia

El Ksour is a small city in Kef Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 5,576. Elevation: 2,336 ft (712 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
5,576 Population
2,336 ft Elevation 712 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
17.9 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

Population5,576
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 Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,336 ft (712 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.4%
Population5,576
Elevation2,336 ft (712 m)
Coordinates35.8961°, 8.8849°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceKef Governorate
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (455 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.1 years

Is El Ksour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Ksour 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 Ksour 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 Ksour enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

El Ksour has a population of 5,576. 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

5,576
Total Population
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Ksour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Ksour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Ksour 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 Ksour 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 Ksour, 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 Ksour 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 Ksour enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.9 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 2,336 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,336 ft (712 m)
Coordinates35.8961°N, 8.8849°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
March 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
April 56°F (14°C) 1.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
November 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Wettest

El Ksour has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.1") and July the driest (0.4").

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 Ksour

What is the population of El Ksour?

El Ksour has a population of 5,576 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 Ksour expensive to live in?

El Ksour 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 Ksour?

El Ksour enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 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 Ksour?

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

How are the schools in El Ksour?

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

How healthy is El Ksour?

The obesity rate in El Ksour 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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