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Mehtar Lām, Afghanistan

Laghman · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Mehtar Lām is a small city in Laghman, Afghanistan with a population of 17,345. Elevation: 2,608 ft (795 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
17,345 Population
2,608 ft Elevation 795 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
18.1 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

Population17,345
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 Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,608 ft (795 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population17,345
Elevation2,608 ft (795 m)
Coordinates34.6714°, 70.2094°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceLaghman
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation18.1 inches (459 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Mehtar Lām a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mehtar Lām 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. Mehtar Lām 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

Mehtar Lām enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Mehtar Lām has a population of 17,345. 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

17,345
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mehtar Lām vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mehtar Lām vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mehtar Lām 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: Mehtar Lām 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 Mehtar Lām, 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: Mehtar Lām 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

Mehtar Lām enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.1 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 2,608 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation2,608 ft (795 m)
Coordinates34.6714°N, 70.2094°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in Wettest
May 75°F (24°C) 1.8 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in
July 85°F (30°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
October 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in
December 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in

Mehtar Lām has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 43°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.7") and September the driest (0.2").

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 Mehtar Lām

What is the population of Mehtar Lām?

Mehtar Lām has a population of 17,345 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 Mehtar Lām expensive to live in?

Mehtar Lām 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 Mehtar Lām?

Mehtar Lām enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Mehtar Lām?

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

How are the schools in Mehtar Lām?

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

How healthy is Mehtar Lām?

The obesity rate in Mehtar Lām 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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