Bachelor's+ 15.6%

54% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.5%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 15.5%

330% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population482,576

Median Age21.2 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$5,965

Unemployment15.5%

Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking19.8%

Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)

AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

Rain3.1 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.6%

High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.7%

Population	482,576
Elevation	135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates	32.0259°, 44.3463°
Timezone	Asia/Baghdad
Country	🇮🇶 Iraq
State / Province	An Najaf
Average Temperature	75°F (24°C)
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	96°F (36°C)
Annual Precipitation	3.1 inches (79 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	21.2 years

Is Najaf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Najaf 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, high obesity rates. Najaf has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Najaf has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Najaf has a population of 482,576. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

482,576

Total Population

21.2yrs

Median Age

46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%

Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Najaf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Najaf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Najaf is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Najaf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	15.5%
	330% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Najaf, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% are current smokers. 3.8% report depression. 85.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Najaf vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.5%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	17.4%
High Blood Pressure	48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.8%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	0.6%
Physical Inactivity	85.0%
Depression	3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	64.0%

Food & Exercise

Najaf has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 96°F Jul (36°C)

Annual Average	74.8°F
	39% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	96°F (36°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	3.1 inches
	92% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	117.0
Rating	Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %	40.1%

Geography

Elevation	135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates	32.0259°N, 44.3463°W
Timezone	Asia/Baghdad

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.6%
	54% below US avg
High School+	80.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Najaf, Iraq

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Is Najaf a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Najaf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Najaf vs U.S. Average

Income: Najaf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Najaf vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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