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Qalansīyah, Yemen

Soqatra · 🇾🇪 Yemen

Qalansīyah is a small town in Soqatra, Yemen with a population of 3,500. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
3,500 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
2.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Aden Timezone
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 13.7%
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.3%
381% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

People

Population3,500
Median Age19.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment17.3%
Poverty33.3%

Health

Obesity13.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI19 (Good)
Rain2.7 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband13.8%
Population3,500
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates12.6896°, 53.4871°
TimezoneAsia/Aden
Country🇾🇪 Yemen
State / ProvinceSoqatra
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation2.7 inches (69 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.8 years

Is Qalansīyah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qalansīyah receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Qalansīyah faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 17.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Qalansīyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.

Qalansīyah has a population of 3,500. The median age is 19.8 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 6.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 43.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,500
Total Population
19.8yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Qalansīyah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qalansīyah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qalansīyah is N/A. The unemployment rate is 17.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 20, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Qalansīyah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.3%
381% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living20.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Qalansīyah, 13.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.7%
57% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression5.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.0%

Food & Exercise

Qalansīyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 2.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.7 inches
93% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median19.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.3%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates12.6896°N, 53.4871°W
TimezoneAsia/Aden

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
August 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in Wettest
December 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Qalansīyah has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 75°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 2.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.8") and September the driest (0.0").

8.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 13.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qalansīyah

What is the population of Qalansīyah?

Qalansīyah has a population of 3,500 residents and is located in Yemen.. The median age of residents is 19.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Qalansīyah expensive to live in?

Qalansīyah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 20 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Qalansīyah?

Qalansīyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.

How is the job market in Qalansīyah?

The job market in Qalansīyah faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Qalansīyah?

8.8% of adults in Qalansīyah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Qalansīyah?

The obesity rate in Qalansīyah is 13.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 86.4% are physically inactive. 5.2% of residents report depression.

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