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Khān Yūnis, Palestinian Territory

Gaza Strip · 🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory

Khān Yūnis is a large city in Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory with a population of 173,183. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
173,183 Population
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
13.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Gaza Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.4%
578% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

People

Population173,183
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,455
Unemployment24.4%
Poverty2.1%

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking37.6%
Depression1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.6%
Population173,183
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates31.3402°, 34.3063°
TimezoneAsia/Gaza
Country🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory
State / ProvinceGaza Strip
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation13.2 inches (336 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.0 years

Is Khān Yūnis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Khān Yūnis receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Khān Yūnis faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 24.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Khān Yūnis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches.

Khān Yūnis has a population of 173,183. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

173,183
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Khān Yūnis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Khān Yūnis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Khān Yūnis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 24.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Khān Yūnis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.4%
578% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Khān Yūnis, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 37.6% are current smokers. 1.4% report depression.

Health Metrics: Khān Yūnis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
High Blood Pressure39.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.6%
169% above US avg
Depression1.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Khān Yūnis has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. The area enjoys 352 sunny days per year.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates31.3402°N, 34.3063°W
TimezoneAsia/Gaza
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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