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El Tarf, Algeria

El Tarf · 🇩🇿 Algeria

El Tarf is a small city in El Tarf, Algeria with a population of 13,346. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
13,346 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
223% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population13,346
Median Age28.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,370
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.9%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population13,346
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates36.7672°, 8.3138°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceEl Tarf
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is El Tarf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Tarf receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. El Tarf offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Tarf enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

El Tarf has a population of 13,346. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,346
Total Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

El Tarf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Tarf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Tarf is N/A. Per capita income is $5,370 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Tarf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
223% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In El Tarf, 23.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 36.2% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.5% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure36.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.5%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

El Tarf enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates36.7672°N, 8.3138°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
March 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
November 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
December 53°F (12°C) 5.9 in Wettest

El Tarf has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 51°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.2").

24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 76.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Tarf

What is the population of El Tarf?

El Tarf has a population of 13,346 residents and is located in Algeria.. The median age of residents is 28.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is El Tarf expensive to live in?

El Tarf is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in El Tarf?

El Tarf enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in El Tarf?

The job market in El Tarf faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in El Tarf?

24.5% of adults in El Tarf hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Tarf?

The obesity rate in El Tarf is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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