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Faisalabad, Pakistan

Punjab · 🇵🇰 Pakistan

Faisalabad is a major city in Punjab, Pakistan with a population of 3,800,193. Elevation: 610 ft (186 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
3,800,193 Population 7,756/sq mi density
610 ft Elevation 186 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population3,800,193
Median Age22.0 yrs
Density7,756/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,360
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.1%
Depression3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI67 (Moderate)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.4%
Population3,800,193
Population Density7,756 / sq mi
Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Coordinates31.4155°, 73.0897°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (362 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.0 years

Is Faisalabad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Faisalabad receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Faisalabad faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Faisalabad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67.

Faisalabad has a population of 3,800,193 with a density of 7,756 people per square mile, spread across 490.0 square miles. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 8.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 56.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,800,193
Total Population
7,756
People / sq mi
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
490.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Faisalabad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Faisalabad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Faisalabad is N/A. Per capita income is $1,360 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 23.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Faisalabad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living23.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Faisalabad, 23.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 43.2% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure43.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression3.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.0%

Food & Exercise

Faisalabad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 610 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median67.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %73.5%

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area490.0 sq mi (1,269.1 km²)
Population Density7,756/sq mi
Coordinates31.4155°N, 73.0897°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 0.7 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.5 in
June 93°F (34°C) 1.1 in Warmest
July 90°F (32°C) 3.9 in
August 89°F (31°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 1.4 in
October 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in

Faisalabad has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 53°F in January to 93°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and November the driest (0.1").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 27.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,756/sq mi
Total Area490.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Faisalabad

What is the population of Faisalabad?

Faisalabad has a population of 3,800,193 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 7,756 people per square mile, spread across 490.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Faisalabad expensive to live in?

Faisalabad is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 23.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Faisalabad?

Faisalabad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 67.

How is the job market in Faisalabad?

The unemployment rate in Faisalabad is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Faisalabad?

10.9% of adults in Faisalabad hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Faisalabad?

The obesity rate in Faisalabad is 23.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 3.5% of residents report depression.

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