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Oued el Himer, Morocco

Oriental · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Oued el Himer is a small town in Oriental, Morocco with a population of 1,399. Elevation: 3,120 ft (951 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,399 Population
3,120 ft Elevation 951 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
15.4 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

Population1,399
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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,120 ft (951 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population1,399
Elevation3,120 ft (951 m)
Coordinates34.4490°, -1.9006°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceOriental
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation15.4 inches (390 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Oued el Himer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oued el Himer 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. Oued el Himer 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

Oued el Himer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oued el Himer has a population of 1,399. 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

1,399
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oued el Himer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oued el Himer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oued el Himer 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: Oued el Himer 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 Oued el Himer, 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: Oued el Himer 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

Oued el Himer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.4 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 3,120 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation3,120 ft (951 m)
Coordinates34.4490°N, 1.9006°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
November 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
December 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in

Oued el Himer has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 43°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.1") and July the driest (0.2").

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 Oued el Himer

What is the population of Oued el Himer?

Oued el Himer has a population of 1,399 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 Oued el Himer expensive to live in?

Oued el Himer 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 Oued el Himer?

Oued el Himer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Oued el Himer?

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

How are the schools in Oued el Himer?

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

How healthy is Oued el Himer?

The obesity rate in Oued el Himer 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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