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Hetite, Iraq

Duhok · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Hetite is a small town in Duhok, Iraq with a population of 750. Elevation: 1,969 ft (600 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
750 Population
1,969 ft Elevation 600 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
330% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population750
Median Age21.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,965
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population750
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Coordinates37.1149°, 43.7102°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceDuhok
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Hetite a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hetite receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Hetite has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hetite enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Hetite has a population of 750. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

750
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hetite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hetite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hetite is N/A. Per capita income is $5,965 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hetite vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
330% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hetite, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 48.1% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.6% report binge drinking. 85.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity85.0%
Depression3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Hetite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 40% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median117.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %40.1%

Geography

Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Coordinates37.1149°N, 43.7102°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 33°F (1°C)
4.8"
Feb 37°F (3°C)
6.1"
Mar 44°F (7°C)
5.7"
Apr 54°F (12°C)
4.8"
May 65°F (18°C)
2.0"
Jun 75°F (24°C)
0.1"
Jul 83°F (28°C)
0.0"
Aug 82°F (28°C)
0.0"
Sep 75°F (24°C)
0.1"
Oct 62°F (17°C)
1.2"
Nov 49°F (10°C)
3.7"
Dec 38°F (4°C)
4.3"

The warmest month is July at 83°F, while the coldest is January at 33°F — a seasonal swing of 50°F. February sees the most rain (6.1"), while August is the driest (0.0").

15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 81.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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