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Għarb, Malta

L-Għarb · 🇲🇹 Malta

Għarb is a small town in L-Għarb, Malta with a population of 1,298. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,298 Population
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
20.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Malta Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg

People

Population1,298
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,906
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.2%
Depression5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI31 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.1%
Population1,298
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates36.0597°, 14.2092°
TimezoneEurope/Malta
Country🇲🇹 Malta
State / ProvinceL-Għarb
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation20.0 inches (509 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Għarb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Għarb receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Għarb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Għarb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Għarb has a population of 1,298. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51.9% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,298
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Għarb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Għarb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Għarb is N/A. Per capita income is $40,906. The cost of living index is 65, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Għarb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,906

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Għarb, 32.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.5% have high blood pressure. 23.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 6.2% report binge drinking. 81.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.2%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.2%
Physical Inactivity81.4%
Depression5.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Għarb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. 89% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.7%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates36.0597°N, 14.2092°W
TimezoneEurope/Malta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
February 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in
December 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Għarb has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 55°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 92.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Għarb

What is the population of Għarb?

Għarb has a population of 1,298 residents and is located in Malta.. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51.9% male.

Is Għarb expensive to live in?

Għarb is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Għarb?

Għarb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 31.

How are the schools in Għarb?

35.0% of adults in Għarb hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Għarb?

The obesity rate in Għarb is 32.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.2% of adults are smokers. 81.4% are physically inactive. 5.6% of residents report depression.

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