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Mazad, Afghanistan

Nimroz · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Mazad is a small town in Nimroz, Afghanistan with a population of 4,000. Elevation: 1,880 ft (573 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
4,000 Population
1,880 ft Elevation 573 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
2.4 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

Population4,000
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 Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain2.4 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation1,880 ft (573 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population4,000
Elevation1,880 ft (573 m)
Coordinates31.5458°, 62.7348°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceNimroz
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation2.4 inches (61 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Mazad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mazad 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. Mazad 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

Mazad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Mazad has a population of 4,000. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,000
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mazad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mazad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mazad is N/A. Per capita income is $414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 18.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mazad 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 Mazad, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 88.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Mazad 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

Mazad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 332 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 2.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,880 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.4 inches
94% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation1,880 ft (573 m)
Coordinates31.5458°N, 62.7348°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
June 92°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in

Mazad has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 45°F in January to 96°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.7") and June the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 17.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mazad

What is the population of Mazad?

Mazad has a population of 4,000 residents and is located in Afghanistan.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Mazad expensive to live in?

Mazad is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mazad?

Mazad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Mazad?

The job market in Mazad faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mazad?

10.9% of adults in Mazad hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mazad?

The obesity rate in Mazad is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.1% are physically inactive. 3.7% of residents report depression.

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