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Karak City, Jordan

Karak · 🇯🇴 Jordan

Karak City is a small city in Karak, Jordan with a population of 21,678. Elevation: 3,051 ft (930 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
21,678 Population
3,051 ft Elevation 930 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Amman Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.5%
359% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population21,678
Median Age24.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,466
Unemployment16.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.4%
Depression0.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation3,051 ft (930 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population21,678
Elevation3,051 ft (930 m)
Coordinates31.1637°, 35.7620°
TimezoneAsia/Amman
Country🇯🇴 Jordan
State / ProvinceKarak
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (357 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.5 years

Is Karak City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karak City 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Karak City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Karak City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Karak City has a population of 21,678. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 4.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,678
Total Population
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Karak City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karak City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karak City is N/A. Per capita income is $4,466 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Karak City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,466

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.5%
359% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Karak City, 38.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 37.7% have high blood pressure. 34.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 84.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Karak City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
High Blood Pressure37.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.4%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Physical Inactivity84.8%
Depression0.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Karak City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 310 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). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,051 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation3,051 ft (930 m)
Coordinates31.1637°N, 35.7620°W
TimezoneAsia/Amman

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
March 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
August 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
November 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in

Karak City has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 44°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 92.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.9%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karak City

What is the population of Karak City?

Karak City has a population of 21,678 residents and is located in Jordan.. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Karak City expensive to live in?

Karak City is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Karak City?

Karak City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Karak City?

The job market in Karak City faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Karak City?

15.0% of adults in Karak City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Karak City?

The obesity rate in Karak City is 38.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 34.4% of adults are smokers. 84.8% are physically inactive. 0.3% of residents report depression.

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