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Kenitra, Morocco

Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Kenitra is a large city in Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco with a population of 470,949. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
470,949 Population 1,877/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population470,949
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density1,877/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population470,949
Population Density1,877 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates34.2610°, -6.5802°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceRabat-Salé-Kénitra
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.6 inches (573 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Kenitra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenitra receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kenitra has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kenitra enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kenitra has a population of 470,949 with a density of 1,877 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

470,949
Total Population
1,877
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
251.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenitra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kenitra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenitra is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kenitra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kenitra, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Kenitra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²)
Population Density1,877/sq mi
Coordinates34.2610°N, 6.5802°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
March 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
April 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in Wettest

Kenitra has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 53°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.0").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,877/sq mi
Total Area251.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kenitra

What is the population of Kenitra?

Kenitra has a population of 470,949 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 1,877 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Kenitra expensive to live in?

Kenitra is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kenitra?

Kenitra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Kenitra?

The job market in Kenitra faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kenitra?

21.7% of adults in Kenitra hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kenitra?

The obesity rate in Kenitra is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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