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Maymana, Afghanistan

Faryab · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Maymana is a mid-size city in Faryab, Afghanistan with a population of 75,900. Elevation: 2,877 ft (877 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
75,900 Population
2,877 ft Elevation 877 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
13.5 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

Population75,900
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,877 ft (877 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population75,900
Elevation2,877 ft (877 m)
Coordinates35.9214°, 64.7836°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceFaryab
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (344 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Maymana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maymana 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. Maymana 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

Maymana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Maymana has a population of 75,900. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

75,900
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Maymana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maymana vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Maymana 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 Maymana, 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: Maymana 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

Maymana has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. The area enjoys 311 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation2,877 ft (877 m)
Coordinates35.9214°N, 64.7836°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Darzāb 9,642 pop · 33.5 mi Qal‘ah-ye Shahr 7,756 pop · 51.0 mi Ghormach 30,000 pop · 57.6 mi Sar-e Pul 52,121 pop · 67.3 mi Tagāw-Bāy 9,096 pop · 73.2 mi Andkhōy 37,900 pop · 73.7 mi Shibirghān 55,641 pop · 74.6 mi Chīras 12,779 pop · 75.8 mi Tukzār 12,021 pop · 91.6 mi Sang-e Chārak 15,377 pop · 92.7 mi
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