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Nīlī, Afghanistan

Daykundi · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Nīlī is a mid-size city in Daykundi, Afghanistan with a population of 30,058. Elevation: 6,634 ft (2,022 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
30,058 Population
6,634 ft Elevation 2,022 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
11.0 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

Population30,058
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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain11.0 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation6,634 ft (2,022 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population30,058
Elevation6,634 ft (2,022 m)
Coordinates33.7218°, 66.1302°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceDaykundi
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation11.0 inches (280 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Nīlī a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nīlī 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. Nīlī 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

Nīlī has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.0 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Nīlī has a population of 30,058. 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

30,058
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nīlī vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nīlī vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nīlī 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: Nīlī 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 Nīlī, 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: Nīlī 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

Nīlī has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 316 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 11.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. 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 6,634 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.0 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation6,634 ft (2,022 m)
Coordinates33.7218°N, 66.1302°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.4 in Wettest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
November 33°F (1°C) 0.8 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in

Nīlī has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.4") and August 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 Nīlī

What is the population of Nīlī?

Nīlī has a population of 30,058 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 Nīlī expensive to live in?

Nīlī 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 Nīlī?

Nīlī has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.0 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Nīlī?

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

How are the schools in Nīlī?

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

How healthy is Nīlī?

The obesity rate in Nīlī 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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