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Ḩizmā, Palestinian Territory

West Bank · 🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory

Ḩizmā is a small city in West Bank, Palestinian Territory with a population of 5,916. Elevation: 1,972 ft (601 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,916 Population 3,324/sq mi density
1,972 ft Elevation 601 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hebron Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.4%
578% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

People

Population5,916
Median Age21.0 yrs
Density3,324/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,455
Unemployment24.4%
Poverty2.1%

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking37.6%
Depression1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation1,972 ft (601 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.6%
Population5,916
Population Density3,324 / sq mi
Elevation1,972 ft (601 m)
Coordinates31.8334°, 35.2632°
TimezoneAsia/Hebron
Country🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory
State / ProvinceWest Bank
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (357 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.0 years

Is Ḩizmā a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ḩizmā receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ḩizmā faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 24.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ḩizmā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches.

Ḩizmā has a population of 5,916 with a density of 3,324 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 7.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,916
Total Population
3,324
People / sq mi
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ḩizmā vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ḩizmā vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ḩizmā is N/A. Per capita income is $3,455 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 24.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ḩizmā vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.4%
578% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ḩizmā, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 39.1% have high blood pressure. 37.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
High Blood Pressure39.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.6%
169% above US avg
Depression1.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Ḩizmā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. The area gets 344 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 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,972 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation1,972 ft (601 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density3,324/sq mi
Coordinates31.8334°N, 35.2632°W
TimezoneAsia/Hebron

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
April 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
November 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
December 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in

Ḩizmā has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 48°F in February to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 86.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,324/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ḩizmā

What is the population of Ḩizmā?

Ḩizmā has a population of 5,916 residents and is located in Palestinian Territory. The population density is 3,324 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Ḩizmā expensive to live in?

Ḩizmā is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ḩizmā?

Ḩizmā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.

How is the job market in Ḩizmā?

The job market in Ḩizmā faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ḩizmā?

10.0% of adults in Ḩizmā hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ḩizmā?

The obesity rate in Ḩizmā is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 37.6% of adults are smokers. 1.4% of residents report depression.

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