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El Ouatia, Morocco

Guelmim-Oued Noun · 🇲🇦 Morocco

El Ouatia is a small city in Guelmim-Oued Noun, Morocco with a population of 10,149. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,149 Population
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
3.2 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

Population10,149
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain3.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population10,149
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates28.4962°, -11.3327°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceGuelmim-Oued Noun
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation3.2 inches (82 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is El Ouatia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Ouatia 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 Ouatia 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 Ouatia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

El Ouatia has a population of 10,149. 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

10,149
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Ouatia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Ouatia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Ouatia 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 Ouatia 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 Ouatia, 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 Ouatia 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 Ouatia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. 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 3.2 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 108 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.2 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates28.4962°N, 11.3327°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
April 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Wettest

El Ouatia has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 60°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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 Ouatia

What is the population of El Ouatia?

El Ouatia has a population of 10,149 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 Ouatia expensive to live in?

El Ouatia 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 Ouatia?

El Ouatia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in El Ouatia?

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

How are the schools in El Ouatia?

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

How healthy is El Ouatia?

The obesity rate in El Ouatia 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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