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Okara, Pakistan

Punjab · 🇵🇰 Pakistan

Okara is a major city in Punjab, Pakistan with a population of 533,693. Elevation: 594 ft (181 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
533,693 Population 6,946/sq mi density
594 ft Elevation 181 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi 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 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population533,693
Median Age22.0 yrs
Density6,946/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,360
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.1%
Depression3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI67 (Moderate)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.4%
Population533,693
Population Density6,946 / sq mi
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Coordinates30.8103°, 73.4516°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (302 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.0 years

Is Okara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okara 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, an elevated poverty rate. Okara faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Okara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67.

Okara has a population of 533,693 with a density of 6,946 people per square mile, spread across 76.8 square miles. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 8.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 56.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

533,693
Total Population
6,946
People / sq mi
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
76.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Okara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Okara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okara is N/A. Per capita income is $1,360 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 23.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Okara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living23.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Okara, 23.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 43.2% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure43.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression3.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.0%

Food & Exercise

Okara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 314 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 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median67.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %73.5%

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area76.8 sq mi (199.0 km²)
Population Density6,946/sq mi
Coordinates30.8103°N, 73.4516°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
April 80°F (26°C) 0.3 in
May 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
June 94°F (34°C) 1.0 in Warmest
July 91°F (33°C) 3.4 in Wettest
August 89°F (32°C) 3.2 in
September 86°F (30°C) 1.6 in
October 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
November 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in

Okara has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 54°F in January to 94°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 11.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and October the driest (0.1").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 27.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,946/sq mi
Total Area76.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Okara

What is the population of Okara?

Okara has a population of 533,693 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 6,946 people per square mile, spread across 76.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Okara expensive to live in?

Okara is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 23.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Okara?

Okara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 67.

How is the job market in Okara?

The unemployment rate in Okara is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Okara?

10.9% of adults in Okara hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Okara?

The obesity rate in Okara is 23.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 3.5% of residents report depression.

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