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Mafraq, Jordan

Mafraq · 🇯🇴 Jordan

Mafraq is a mid-size city in Mafraq, Jordan with a population of 57,118. Elevation: 2,313 ft (705 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
57,118 Population 10,558/sq mi density
2,313 ft Elevation 705 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
8.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Amman Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.5%
359% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population57,118
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density10,558/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,466
Unemployment16.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.4%
Depression0.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population57,118
Population Density10,558 / sq mi
Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Coordinates32.3429°, 36.2080°
TimezoneAsia/Amman
Country🇯🇴 Jordan
State / ProvinceMafraq
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation8.4 inches (213 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.5 years

Is Mafraq a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mafraq receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mafraq has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mafraq enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Mafraq has a population of 57,118 with a density of 10,558 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 4.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

57,118
Total Population
10,558
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mafraq vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mafraq vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mafraq is N/A. Per capita income is $4,466 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mafraq vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,466

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.5%
359% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mafraq, 38.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 37.7% have high blood pressure. 34.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 84.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
High Blood Pressure37.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.4%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Physical Inactivity84.8%
Depression0.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Mafraq enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 321 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 8.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,313 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.4 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density10,558/sq mi
Coordinates32.3429°N, 36.2080°W
TimezoneAsia/Amman

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
March 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
December 49°F (10°C) 1.6 in

Mafraq has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 46°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 92.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.9%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10,558/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mafraq

What is the population of Mafraq?

Mafraq has a population of 57,118 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 10,558 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Mafraq expensive to live in?

Mafraq is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 42.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mafraq?

Mafraq enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Mafraq?

The job market in Mafraq faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mafraq?

15.0% of adults in Mafraq hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mafraq?

The obesity rate in Mafraq is 38.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 34.4% of adults are smokers. 84.8% are physically inactive. 0.3% of residents report depression.

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