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Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates

Dubai · 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Jebel Ali is a large city in Dubai, United Arab Emirates with a population of 210,000. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
210,000 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
3.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dubai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
40% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population210,000
Median Age33.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,851
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain3.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+98.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population210,000
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates25.0026°, 55.1081°
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Country🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
State / ProvinceDubai
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation3.8 inches (96 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.5 years

Is Jebel Ali a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jebel Ali receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Jebel Ali offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jebel Ali has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Jebel Ali has a population of 210,000. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. 1.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

210,000
Total Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Jebel Ali vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jebel Ali vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jebel Ali is N/A. Per capita income is $49,851 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below 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 63.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jebel Ali vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,851

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
40% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living63.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jebel Ali, 32.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 15.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.4% have high blood pressure. 7.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Jebel Ali vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes15.1%
High Blood Pressure41.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.8%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Jebel Ali has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 329 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 3.8 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.8 inches
90% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.1%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates25.0026°N, 55.1081°W
TimezoneAsia/Dubai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in
June 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in
August 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in

Jebel Ali has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 66°F in January to 96°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.3") and June the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+98.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jebel Ali

What is the population of Jebel Ali?

Jebel Ali has a population of 210,000 residents and is located in United Arab Emirates.. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jebel Ali expensive to live in?

Jebel Ali is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 63.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Jebel Ali?

Jebel Ali has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Jebel Ali?

The job market in Jebel Ali is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Jebel Ali?

35.0% of adults in Jebel Ali hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Jebel Ali?

The obesity rate in Jebel Ali is 32.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.8% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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