Choose Country

Maydanshakhr, Afghanistan

Maidan Wardak Province · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Maydanshakhr is a small town in Maidan Wardak Province, Afghanistan with a population of 1,600. Elevation: 7,238 ft (2,206 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
1,600 Population 12/sq mi density
7,238 ft Elevation 2,206 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
14.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
271% higher than US avg

People

Population1,600
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$414
Unemployment13.4%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation7,238 ft (2,206 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population1,600
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation7,238 ft (2,206 m)
Coordinates34.3956°, 68.8662°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceMaidan Wardak Province
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation14.4 inches (365 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Maydanshakhr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maydanshakhr receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Maydanshakhr faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Maydanshakhr experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Maydanshakhr has a population of 1,600 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,600
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
133.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Maydanshakhr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maydanshakhr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maydanshakhr is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Maydanshakhr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Maydanshakhr, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 3.7% report depression. 88.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity88.1%
Depression3.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Maydanshakhr has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.4 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.4 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation7,238 ft (2,206 m)
Area133.2 sq mi (345.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates34.3956°N, 68.8662°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). 17.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area133.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Paghmān 49,157 pop · 14.1 mi Kabul 4,434,550 pop · 19.7 mi Mīr Bachah Kōṯ 5,405 pop · 28.4 mi Markaz-e Sayyidābād 7,301 pop · 28.7 mi Pul-e ‘Alam 13,247 pop · 29.1 mi Baraki Barak 22,305 pop · 30.0 mi Barakī 15,000 pop · 31.7 mi Istālif 41,413 pop · 32.5 mi Charikar 53,676 pop · 46.1 mi Ḩukūmatī Azrah 12,526 pop · 47.1 mi Sidqābād 7,407 pop · 51.4 mi Jabal os Saraj 15,032 pop · 54.2 mi Tagāb 6,400 pop · 54.7 mi Gardez 103,601 pop · 58.9 mi
Compare Maydanshakhr with another city: