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Medjez el Bab, Tunisia

Béja Governorate · 🇹🇳 Tunisia

Medjez el Bab is a small city in Béja Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 22,287. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
22,287 Population
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.1%
320% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population22,287
Median Age33.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,951
Unemployment15.1%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.7%
Depression1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+86.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.4%
Population22,287
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates36.6496°, 9.6123°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceBéja Governorate
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.1 years

Is Medjez el Bab a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medjez el Bab receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Medjez el Bab has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Medjez el Bab enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°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 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Medjez el Bab has a population of 22,287. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 9.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

22,287
Total Population
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Medjez el Bab vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Medjez el Bab vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medjez el Bab is N/A. Per capita income is $3,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Medjez el Bab vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
320% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Medjez el Bab, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.7% have high blood pressure. 22.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.8% report binge drinking. 81.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Medjez el Bab vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes12.5%
High Blood Pressure34.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.7%
62% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.8%
Physical Inactivity81.5%
Depression1.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Medjez el Bab enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°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 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 48% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median103.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %48.3%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates36.6496°N, 9.6123°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
March 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 1.3 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
November 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
December 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in

Medjez el Bab has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 49°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.2").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 72.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+86.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Medjez el Bab

What is the population of Medjez el Bab?

Medjez el Bab has a population of 22,287 residents and is located in Tunisia.. The median age of residents is 33.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Medjez el Bab expensive to live in?

Medjez el Bab is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Medjez el Bab?

Medjez el Bab enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°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 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How is the job market in Medjez el Bab?

The job market in Medjez el Bab faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Medjez el Bab?

15.0% of adults in Medjez el Bab hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Medjez el Bab?

The obesity rate in Medjez el Bab is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.7% of adults are smokers. 81.5% are physically inactive. 1.2% of residents report depression.

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