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Mecheria, Algeria

Naama · 🇩🇿 Algeria

Mecheria is a mid-size city in Naama, Algeria with a population of 65,043. Elevation: 3,799 ft (1,158 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
65,043 Population
3,799 ft Elevation 1,158 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
9.2 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

Population65,043
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation3,799 ft (1,158 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population65,043
Elevation3,799 ft (1,158 m)
Coordinates33.5445°, -0.2812°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceNaama
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation9.2 inches (233 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is Mecheria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mecheria 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. Mecheria 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

Mecheria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Mecheria has a population of 65,043. 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

65,043
Total Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Mecheria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mecheria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mecheria 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: Mecheria 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 Mecheria, 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: Mecheria 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

Mecheria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.2 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 3,799 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.2 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation3,799 ft (1,158 m)
Coordinates33.5445°N, 0.2812°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 1.0 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
July 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
December 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in

Mecheria has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 43°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.1") and July the driest (0.2").

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 Mecheria

What is the population of Mecheria?

Mecheria has a population of 65,043 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 Mecheria expensive to live in?

Mecheria 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 Mecheria?

Mecheria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Mecheria?

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

How are the schools in Mecheria?

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

How healthy is Mecheria?

The obesity rate in Mecheria 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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