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Port el Kantaoui, Tunisia

Sousse Governorate · 🇹🇳 Tunisia

Port el Kantaoui is a small city in Sousse Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 6,000. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
6,000 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
14.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.1%
320% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population6,000
Median Age33.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,951
Unemployment15.1%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.7%
Depression1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI103 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+86.3%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband72.4%
Population6,000
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates35.8924°, 10.5943°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceSousse Governorate
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation14.0 inches (356 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.1 years

Is Port el Kantaoui a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port el Kantaoui receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Port el Kantaoui has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Port el Kantaoui enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103.

Port el Kantaoui has a population of 6,000. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 9.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 76.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,000
Total Population
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Port el Kantaoui vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Port el Kantaoui vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port el Kantaoui is N/A. Per capita income is $3,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Port el Kantaoui vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
320% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Port el Kantaoui, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 34.7% have high blood pressure. 22.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.8% report binge drinking. 81.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Port el Kantaoui vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes12.5%
High Blood Pressure34.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.7%
62% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.8%
Physical Inactivity81.5%
Depression1.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

Port el Kantaoui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 311 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 103 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 48% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.0 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median103.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %48.3%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates35.8924°N, 10.5943°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
March 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in
October 71°F (21°C) 1.9 in Wettest
November 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in

Port el Kantaoui has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 54°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.1").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 72.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+86.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Port el Kantaoui

What is the population of Port el Kantaoui?

Port el Kantaoui has a population of 6,000 residents and is located in Tunisia.. The median age of residents is 33.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Port el Kantaoui expensive to live in?

Port el Kantaoui is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Port el Kantaoui?

Port el Kantaoui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 103.

How is the job market in Port el Kantaoui?

The job market in Port el Kantaoui faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Port el Kantaoui?

15.0% of adults in Port el Kantaoui hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school.

How healthy is Port el Kantaoui?

The obesity rate in Port el Kantaoui is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.7% of adults are smokers. 81.5% are physically inactive. 1.2% of residents report depression.

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