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Qarek, China

Xinjiang · 🇨🇳 China

Qarek is a small city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 29,946. Elevation: 4,131 ft (1,259 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
29,946 Population
4,131 ft Elevation 1,259 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
1.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.3%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population29,946
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,951
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity8.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.9%
Depression8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI192 (Unhealthy)
Rain1.6 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband90.6%
Population29,946
Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Coordinates38.3722°, 76.9903°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation1.6 inches (40 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Age39.0 years

Is Qarek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qarek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Qarek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Qarek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 333 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192.

Qarek has a population of 29,946. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

29,946
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Qarek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Qarek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qarek is N/A. Per capita income is $12,951 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Qarek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,951

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Qarek, 8.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.3% have high blood pressure. 21.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.3%
74% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Qarek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 333 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 1.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 192 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 4% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,131 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.6 inches
96% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median192.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %3.9%

Geography

Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Coordinates38.3722°N, 76.9903°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 0.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 0.1 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
May 71°F (21°C) 0.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Wettest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 56°F (13°C) 0.0 in
November 41°F (5°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 28°F (-3°C) 0.0 in

Qarek has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F — from 24°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.4") and November the driest (0.0").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+90.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Qarek

What is the population of Qarek?

Qarek has a population of 29,946 residents and is located in China.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Qarek expensive to live in?

Qarek is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Qarek?

Qarek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 192.

How is the job market in Qarek?

Qarek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Qarek?

34.6% of adults in Qarek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Qarek?

The obesity rate in Qarek is 8.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.9% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 8.5% of residents report depression.

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