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Khorugh, Tajikistan

Gorno-Badakhshan · 🇹🇯 Tajikistan

Khorugh is a mid-size city in Gorno-Badakhshan, Tajikistan with a population of 30,500. Elevation: 6,854 ft (2,089 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
30,500 Population
6,854 ft Elevation 2,089 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
12.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe 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 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
93% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

People

Population30,500
Median Age22.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,178
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty6.1%

Health

Obesity23.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation6,854 ft (2,089 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+100.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband56.8%
Population30,500
Elevation6,854 ft (2,089 m)
Coordinates37.4904°, 71.5534°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceGorno-Badakhshan
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation12.2 inches (309 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.4 inches (16 cm)
Median Age22.8 years

Is Khorugh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Khorugh 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. Khorugh faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% 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%. 100.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Khorugh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Khorugh has a population of 30,500. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 3.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 72.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

30,500
Total Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Khorugh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Khorugh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Khorugh is N/A. Per capita income is $1,178 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 24.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Khorugh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
93% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living24.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Khorugh, 23.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. 46.8% have high blood pressure. 0.7% report binge drinking. 4.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure46.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.7%
Depression4.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%

Food & Exercise

Khorugh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,854 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.3%

Geography

Elevation6,854 ft (2,089 m)
Coordinates37.4904°N, 71.5534°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.3 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.1 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in Wettest
May 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
August 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.2 in

Khorugh has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 16°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.2") and September the driest (0.1").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 56.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+100.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Khorugh

What is the population of Khorugh?

Khorugh has a population of 30,500 residents and is located in Tajikistan.. The median age of residents is 22.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Khorugh expensive to live in?

Khorugh is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 24.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Khorugh?

Khorugh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches, with 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Khorugh?

The unemployment rate in Khorugh is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Khorugh?

10.0% of adults in Khorugh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Khorugh?

The obesity rate in Khorugh is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.5% of residents report depression.

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