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Mascara, Algeria

Mascara · 🇩🇿 Algeria

Mascara is a large city in Mascara, Algeria with a population of 108,629. Elevation: 1,936 ft (590 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
108,629 Population
1,936 ft Elevation 590 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
223% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population108,629
Median Age28.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,370
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.9%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,936 ft (590 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population108,629
Elevation1,936 ft (590 m)
Coordinates35.3966°, 0.1403°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceMascara
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is Mascara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mascara receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mascara offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mascara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Mascara has a population of 108,629. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

108,629
Total Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Mascara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mascara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mascara is N/A. Per capita income is $5,370 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mascara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
223% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mascara, 23.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 36.2% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.5% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure36.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.5%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Mascara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,936 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation1,936 ft (590 m)
Coordinates35.3966°N, 0.1403°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
March 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
October 65°F (19°C) 1.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
December 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Mascara has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 49°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.0").

24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 76.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mascara

What is the population of Mascara?

Mascara has a population of 108,629 residents and is located in Algeria.. The median age of residents is 28.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Mascara expensive to live in?

Mascara is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mascara?

Mascara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Mascara?

The job market in Mascara faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mascara?

24.5% of adults in Mascara hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mascara?

The obesity rate in Mascara is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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