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Qal‘ah-ye Shahr, Afghanistan

Sar-e Pol Province · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Qal‘ah-ye Shahr is a small city in Sar-e Pol Province, Afghanistan with a population of 7,756. Elevation: 7,008 ft (2,136 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
7,756 Population
7,008 ft Elevation 2,136 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
12.6 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

Population7,756
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation7,008 ft (2,136 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population7,756
Elevation7,008 ft (2,136 m)
Coordinates35.5473°, 65.5676°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceSar-e Pol Province
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation12.6 inches (320 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.0 inches (20 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Qal‘ah-ye Shahr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qal‘ah-ye Shahr 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. Qal‘ah-ye Shahr 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

Qal‘ah-ye Shahr has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Qal‘ah-ye Shahr has a population of 7,756. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,756
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Qal‘ah-ye Shahr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qal‘ah-ye Shahr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qal‘ah-ye Shahr is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Qal‘ah-ye Shahr 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 Qal‘ah-ye Shahr, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 3.7% report depression. 88.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Qal‘ah-ye Shahr 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

Qal‘ah-ye Shahr has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation7,008 ft (2,136 m)
Coordinates35.5473°N, 65.5676°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). 17.7% of households have broadband internet.

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

Nearby Cities

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