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Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Eastern Province · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Khobar is a large city in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia with a population of 165,799. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
165,799 Population 752/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
3.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
16% lower than US avg

People

Population165,799
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density752/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,157
Unemployment3.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.6%
Depression2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain3.0 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population165,799
Population Density752 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates26.2794°, 50.2083°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation3.0 inches (76 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Khobar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Khobar receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Khobar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Khobar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Khobar has a population of 165,799 with a density of 752 people per square mile, spread across 220.5 square miles. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.5% female and 60.5% male. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

165,799
Total Population
752
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
220.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Khobar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Khobar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Khobar is N/A. Per capita income is $36,157. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 49.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Khobar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Khobar, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.0% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 2.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Depression2.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Khobar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 331 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 3.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.0 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area220.5 sq mi (571.0 km²)
Population Density752/sq mi
Coordinates26.2794°N, 50.2083°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 61°F (16°C)
0.6"
Feb 63°F (17°C)
0.7"
Mar 69°F (21°C)
0.8"
Apr 79°F (26°C)
0.3"
May 88°F (31°C)
0.0"
Jun 93°F (34°C)
0.0"
Jul 95°F (35°C)
0.0"
Aug 94°F (35°C)
0.0"
Sep 90°F (32°C)
0.0"
Oct 83°F (29°C)
0.0"
Nov 74°F (23°C)
0.4"
Dec 65°F (18°C)
0.3"

The warmest month is July at 95°F, while the coldest is January at 61°F — a seasonal swing of 35°F. March sees the most rain (0.8"), while May is the driest (0.0").

37.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+97.0%
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density752/sq mi
Total Area220.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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