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Maharda, Syria

Hama · 🇸🇾 Syria

Maharda is a small city in Hama, Syria with a population of 17,578. Elevation: 879 ft (268 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
17,578 Population
879 ft Elevation 268 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 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

Population17,578
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

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

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population17,578
Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Coordinates35.2479°, 36.5725°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceHama
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Maharda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maharda 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. Maharda 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

Maharda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Maharda has a population of 17,578. 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

17,578
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Maharda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maharda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maharda 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: Maharda 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 Maharda, 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: Maharda 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

Maharda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 879 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Coordinates35.2479°N, 36.5725°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
March 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
June 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
December 49°F (10°C) 3.5 in

Maharda has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 47°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Maharda

What is the population of Maharda?

Maharda has a population of 17,578 residents and is located in Syria.. 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 Maharda expensive to live in?

Maharda 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 Maharda?

Maharda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Maharda?

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

How are the schools in Maharda?

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

How healthy is Maharda?

The obesity rate in Maharda 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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