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Erbil, Iraq

Erbil · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Erbil is a major city in Erbil, Iraq with a population of 1,612,700. Elevation: 1,407 ft (429 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,612,700 Population 348/sq mi density
1,407 ft Elevation 429 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
25.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
330% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,612,700
Median Age21.2 yrs
Density348/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,965
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population1,612,700
Population Density348 / sq mi
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Coordinates36.1912°, 44.0094°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceErbil
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average92°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (648 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Erbil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erbil 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, high obesity rates. Erbil has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Erbil enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Erbil has a population of 1,612,700 with a density of 348 people per square mile. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,612,700
Total Population
348
People / sq mi
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
4,633.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Erbil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Erbil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erbil is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Erbil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
330% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Erbil, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% are current smokers. 3.8% report depression. 85.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Erbil vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity85.0%
Depression3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Erbil has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.5 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 92°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average92°F (34°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median117.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %40.1%

Geography

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Area4,633.2 sq mi (12,000.0 km²)
Population Density348/sq mi
Coordinates36.1912°N, 44.0094°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density348/sq mi
Total Area4,633.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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