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Kabul, Afghanistan

Kabul · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Kabul is a major city in Kabul, Afghanistan with a population of 4,434,550. Elevation: 5,899 ft (1,798 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
4,434,550 Population 41,764/sq mi density
5,899 ft Elevation 1,798 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
10.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
271% higher than US avg

People

Population4,434,550
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density41,764/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$414
Unemployment13.4%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation5,899 ft (1,798 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population4,434,550
Population Density41,764 / sq mi
Elevation5,899 ft (1,798 m)
Coordinates34.5281°, 69.1723°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceKabul
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation10.0 inches (255 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.4 inches (31 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Kabul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kabul receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kabul faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kabul experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 340 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Kabul has a population of 4,434,550 with a density of 41,764 people per square mile. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,434,550
Total Population
41,764
People / sq mi
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
106.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kabul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kabul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kabul is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Kabul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kabul, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 3.7% report depression. 88.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity88.1%
Depression3.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Kabul has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. The area enjoys 340 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation5,899 ft (1,798 m)
Area106.2 sq mi (275.0 km²)
Population Density41,764/sq mi
Coordinates34.5281°N, 69.1723°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). 17.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density41,764/sq mi
Total Area106.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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