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Fayrōz Kōh, Afghanistan

Ghowr · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Fayrōz Kōh is a small city in Ghowr, Afghanistan with a population of 15,000. Elevation: 7,425 ft (2,263 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
15,000 Population
7,425 ft Elevation 2,263 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
9.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul 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 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
271% higher than US avg

People

Population15,000
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$414
Unemployment13.4%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain9.9 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation7,425 ft (2,263 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population15,000
Elevation7,425 ft (2,263 m)
Coordinates34.5195°, 65.2509°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceGhowr
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation9.9 inches (252 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.0 inches (18 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Fayrōz Kōh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fayrōz Kōh 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. Fayrōz Kōh faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fayrōz Kōh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Fayrōz Kōh has a population of 15,000. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,000
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fayrōz Kōh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fayrōz Kōh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fayrōz Kōh is N/A. Per capita income is $414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 18.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fayrōz Kōh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Fayrōz Kōh, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 88.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Fayrōz Kōh vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity88.1%
Depression3.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Fayrōz Kōh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 318 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 9.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7,425 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.9 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation7,425 ft (2,263 m)
Coordinates34.5195°N, 65.2509°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 1.5 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.0 in Wettest
April 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 0.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 33°F (1°C) 0.9 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in

Fayrōz Kōh has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 14°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and July the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 17.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fayrōz Kōh

What is the population of Fayrōz Kōh?

Fayrōz Kōh has a population of 15,000 residents and is located in Afghanistan.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Fayrōz Kōh expensive to live in?

Fayrōz Kōh is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Fayrōz Kōh?

Fayrōz Kōh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.9 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Fayrōz Kōh?

The job market in Fayrōz Kōh faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Fayrōz Kōh?

10.9% of adults in Fayrōz Kōh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Fayrōz Kōh?

The obesity rate in Fayrōz Kōh is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.1% are physically inactive. 3.7% of residents report depression.

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