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Kandahār, Afghanistan

Kandahar · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Kandahār is a major city in Kandahar, Afghanistan with a population of 523,300. Elevation: 3,304 ft (1,007 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
523,300 Population 1,694/sq mi density
3,304 ft Elevation 1,007 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
7.8 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

Population523,300
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density1,694/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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation3,304 ft (1,007 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population523,300
Population Density1,694 / sq mi
Elevation3,304 ft (1,007 m)
Coordinates31.6133°, 65.7101°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceKandahar
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation7.8 inches (199 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Kandahār a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kandahār 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. Kandahār 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

Kandahār enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Kandahār has a population of 523,300 with a density of 1,694 people per square mile. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

523,300
Total Population
1,694
People / sq mi
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
308.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kandahār vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kandahār vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Kandahār 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 Kandahār, 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: Kandahār 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

Kandahār has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. The area enjoys 322 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation3,304 ft (1,007 m)
Area308.9 sq mi (800.0 km²)
Population Density1,694/sq mi
Coordinates31.6133°N, 65.7101°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 Density1,694/sq mi
Total Area308.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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