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Guelma, Algeria

Guelma · 🇩🇿 Algeria

Guelma is a large city in Guelma, Algeria with a population of 120,004. Elevation: 1,001 ft (305 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
120,004 Population 6,949/sq mi density
1,001 ft Elevation 305 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
24.9 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

Population120,004
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density6,949/mi²
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population120,004
Population Density6,949 / sq mi
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Coordinates36.4621°, 7.4261°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceGuelma
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation24.9 inches (633 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is Guelma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guelma 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. Guelma 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

Guelma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Guelma has a population of 120,004 with a density of 6,949 people per square mile, spread across 17.3 square miles. 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

120,004
Total Population
6,949
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
17.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Guelma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guelma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guelma 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: Guelma 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 Guelma, 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: Guelma 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

Guelma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 1,001 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area17.3 sq mi (44.7 km²)
Population Density6,949/sq mi
Coordinates36.4621°N, 7.4261°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
March 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in

Guelma has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 46°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") 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

Population Density6,949/sq mi
Total Area17.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Guelma

What is the population of Guelma?

Guelma has a population of 120,004 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 6,949 people per square mile, spread across 17.3 square miles. 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 Guelma expensive to live in?

Guelma 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 Guelma?

Guelma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Guelma?

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

How are the schools in Guelma?

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

How healthy is Guelma?

The obesity rate in Guelma 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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