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Hafar Al-Batin, Saudi Arabia

Eastern Province · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Hafar Al-Batin is a large city in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia with a population of 271,642. Elevation: 1,017 ft (310 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
271,642 Population
1,017 ft Elevation 310 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
9.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
16% lower than US avg

People

Population271,642
Median Age31.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female61% / 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,157
Unemployment3.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.6%
Depression2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population271,642
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Coordinates28.4328°, 45.9708°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average98°F (37°C)
Annual Precipitation9.3 inches (236 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Hafar Al-Batin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hafar Al-Batin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hafar Al-Batin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hafar Al-Batin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 98°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Hafar Al-Batin has a population of 271,642. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.5% female and 60.5% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

271,642
Total Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hafar Al-Batin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hafar Al-Batin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hafar Al-Batin is N/A. Per capita income is $36,157. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 49.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hafar Al-Batin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hafar Al-Batin, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.0% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 2.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hafar Al-Batin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Depression2.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Hafar Al-Batin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 98°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,017 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 98°F Jul (37°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average98°F (37°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.3 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Coordinates28.4328°N, 45.9708°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 1.4 in
March 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in Wettest
April 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in
May 89°F (32°C) 0.7 in
June 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 98°F (37°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 98°F (37°C) 0.1 in
September 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in
December 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in

Hafar Al-Batin has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 54°F in January to 98°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.0").

37.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+97.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hafar Al-Batin

What is the population of Hafar Al-Batin?

Hafar Al-Batin has a population of 271,642 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia.. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.5% female and 60.5% male.

Is Hafar Al-Batin expensive to live in?

Hafar Al-Batin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hafar Al-Batin?

Hafar Al-Batin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 98°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Hafar Al-Batin?

Hafar Al-Batin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hafar Al-Batin?

37.7% of adults in Hafar Al-Batin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hafar Al-Batin?

The obesity rate in Hafar Al-Batin is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 2.0% of residents report depression.

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