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Khawr Fakkān, United Arab Emirates

Sharjah · 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Khawr Fakkān is a mid-size city in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates with a population of 40,677. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
40,677 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
5.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dubai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
40% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population40,677
Median Age33.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,851
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain5.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+98.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population40,677
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates25.3313°, 56.3420°
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Country🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
State / ProvinceSharjah
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation5.2 inches (132 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.5 years

Is Khawr Fakkān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Khawr Fakkān receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Khawr Fakkān offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Khawr Fakkān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Khawr Fakkān has a population of 40,677. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. 1.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

40,677
Total Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Khawr Fakkān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Khawr Fakkān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Khawr Fakkān is N/A. Per capita income is $49,851 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 63.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Khawr Fakkān vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,851

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
40% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living63.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Khawr Fakkān, 32.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 15.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.4% have high blood pressure. 7.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Khawr Fakkān vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes15.1%
High Blood Pressure41.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.8%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Khawr Fakkān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. The area gets 327 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 5.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.2 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.1%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates25.3313°N, 56.3420°W
TimezoneAsia/Dubai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in Wettest
March 74°F (24°C) 1.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
July 93°F (34°C) 0.1 in
August 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
September 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in
October 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
November 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in

Khawr Fakkān has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 68°F in January to 93°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+98.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Khawr Fakkān

What is the population of Khawr Fakkān?

Khawr Fakkān has a population of 40,677 residents and is located in United Arab Emirates.. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Khawr Fakkān expensive to live in?

Khawr Fakkān is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 63.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Khawr Fakkān?

Khawr Fakkān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Khawr Fakkān?

The job market in Khawr Fakkān is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Khawr Fakkān?

35.0% of adults in Khawr Fakkān hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Khawr Fakkān?

The obesity rate in Khawr Fakkān is 32.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.8% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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