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Hīt, Iraq

Anbar · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Hīt is a mid-size city in Anbar, Iraq with a population of 31,901. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
31,901 Population
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
4.4 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

Population31,901
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain4.4 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population31,901
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates33.6366°, 42.8277°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceAnbar
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation4.4 inches (111 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Hīt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hīt 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. Hīt 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

Hīt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Hīt has a population of 31,901. 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

31,901
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hīt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hīt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hīt 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: Hīt 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 Hīt, 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: Hīt 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

Hīt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 200 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.4 inches
89% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates33.6366°N, 42.8277°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (9°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
March 62°F (16°C) 0.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
June 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 94°F (34°C) 0.0 in
September 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
December 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in Wettest

Hīt has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 47°F in January to 96°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.8") and June 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Hīt

What is the population of Hīt?

Hīt has a population of 31,901 residents and is located in Iraq.. The median age of residents is 21.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Hīt expensive to live in?

Hīt is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hīt?

Hīt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 117.

How is the job market in Hīt?

The job market in Hīt faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hīt?

15.6% of adults in Hīt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hīt?

The obesity rate in Hīt is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 85.0% are physically inactive. 3.8% of residents report depression.

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