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Marāt, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh Region · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Marāt is a small city in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 8,885. Elevation: 2,333 ft (711 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
8,885 Population
2,333 ft Elevation 711 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
6.1 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

Population8,885
Median Age31.8 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain6.1 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population8,885
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Coordinates25.0706°, 45.4578°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceRiyadh Region
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation6.1 inches (155 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age31.8 years

Is Marāt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marāt 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. Marāt 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

Marāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Marāt has a population of 8,885. 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

8,885
Total Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Marāt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Marāt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marāt 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: Marāt 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 Marāt, 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: Marāt 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

Marāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 325 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 6.1 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 2,333 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.1 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Coordinates25.0706°N, 45.4578°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Wettest
April 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in
May 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in
August 96°F (36°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in

Marāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 56°F in January to 96°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 6.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.8") and June 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Marāt

What is the population of Marāt?

Marāt has a population of 8,885 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia.. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.5% female and 60.5% male.

Is Marāt expensive to live in?

Marāt is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Marāt?

Marāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Marāt?

Marāt has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Marāt?

37.7% of adults in Marāt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Marāt?

The obesity rate in Marāt is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 2.0% of residents report depression.

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