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Panjāb, Afghanistan

Bamyan · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Panjāb is a small city in Bamyan, Afghanistan with a population of 13,471. Elevation: 8,950 ft (2,728 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
13,471 Population
8,950 ft Elevation 2,728 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
14.3 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

Population13,471
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 Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation8,950 ft (2,728 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population13,471
Elevation8,950 ft (2,728 m)
Coordinates34.3880°, 67.0233°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceBamyan
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (364 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Panjāb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Panjāb 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. Panjāb 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

Panjāb has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Panjāb has a population of 13,471. 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

13,471
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Panjāb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Panjāb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Panjāb 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: Panjāb 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 Panjāb, 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: Panjāb 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

Panjāb has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 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 8,950 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation8,950 ft (2,728 m)
Coordinates34.3880°N, 67.0233°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.8 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in Wettest
May 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 49°F (10°C) 0.4 in
October 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 1.1 in

Panjāb has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F — from 6°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.7") 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 Panjāb

What is the population of Panjāb?

Panjāb has a population of 13,471 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 Panjāb expensive to live in?

Panjāb 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 Panjāb?

Panjāb has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Panjāb?

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

How are the schools in Panjāb?

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

How healthy is Panjāb?

The obesity rate in Panjāb 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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