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Ouarzazate, Morocco

Drâa-Tafilalet · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Ouarzazate is a mid-size city in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco with a population of 77,603. Elevation: 3,652 ft (1,113 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
77,603 Population
3,652 ft Elevation 1,113 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population77,603
Median Age29.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population77,603
Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Coordinates30.9189°, -6.8934°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceDrâa-Tafilalet
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (170 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Ouarzazate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ouarzazate receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Ouarzazate has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ouarzazate enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ouarzazate has a population of 77,603. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

77,603
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ouarzazate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ouarzazate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ouarzazate is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ouarzazate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ouarzazate, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Ouarzazate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,652 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Coordinates30.9189°N, 6.8934°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (9°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
March 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
April 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in Wettest
December 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in

Ouarzazate has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 47°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.0") and July the driest (0.0").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ouarzazate

What is the population of Ouarzazate?

Ouarzazate has a population of 77,603 residents and is located in Morocco.. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Ouarzazate expensive to live in?

Ouarzazate is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ouarzazate?

Ouarzazate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Ouarzazate?

The job market in Ouarzazate faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ouarzazate?

21.7% of adults in Ouarzazate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ouarzazate?

The obesity rate in Ouarzazate is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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