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Latakia · 🇸🇾 Syria

Latakia is a major city in Latakia, Syria with a population of 709,000. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
709,000 Population 31,666/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
32.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Damascus Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
277% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population709,000
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density31,666/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,052
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+94.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population709,000
Population Density31,666 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates35.5313°, 35.7909°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceLatakia
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (827 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Latakia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latakia receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Latakia faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Latakia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Latakia has a population of 709,000 with a density of 31,666 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 4.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

709,000
Total Population
31,666
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
22.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Latakia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Latakia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latakia is N/A. Per capita income is $1,052 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Latakia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
277% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Latakia, 33.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.1% have high blood pressure. 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
High Blood Pressure41.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Latakia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.6 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area22.4 sq mi (58.0 km²)
Population Density31,666/sq mi
Coordinates35.5313°N, 35.7909°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
March 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
May 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
July 80°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
December 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in Wettest

Latakia has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 53°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (0.1").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 34.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+94.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density31,666/sq mi
Total Area22.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Latakia

What is the population of Latakia?

Latakia has a population of 709,000 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 31,666 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Latakia expensive to live in?

Latakia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Latakia?

Latakia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Latakia?

The job market in Latakia faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Latakia?

6.0% of adults in Latakia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Latakia?

The obesity rate in Latakia is 33.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 87.5% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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