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Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Ras Al Khaimah · 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Ras Al Khaimah is a large city in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates with a population of 351,943. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
351,943 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
5.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dubai Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
40% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population351,943
Median Age33.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,851
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain5.6 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+98.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Population351,943
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates25.7895°, 55.9432°
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Country🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
State / ProvinceRas Al Khaimah
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation5.6 inches (142 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.5 years

Is Ras Al Khaimah a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ras Al Khaimah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Ras Al Khaimah has a population of 351,943. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. 1.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

351,943
Total Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Ras Al Khaimah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ras Al Khaimah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ras Al Khaimah is N/A. Per capita income is $49,851 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below 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 63.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ras Al Khaimah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,851

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
40% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living63.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ras Al Khaimah, 32.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 15.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.4% have high blood pressure. 7.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.8% report binge drinking. 82.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ras Al Khaimah vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes15.1%
High Blood Pressure41.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.8%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity82.0%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Ras Al Khaimah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 326 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 5.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average81.6°F
51% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.6 inches
85% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.1%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates25.7895°N, 55.9432°W
TimezoneAsia/Dubai

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
May 89°F (31°C) 0.1 in
June 92°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 94°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
October 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in

Ras Al Khaimah has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 66°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.6") and June the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+98.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ras Al Khaimah

What is the population of Ras Al Khaimah?

Ras Al Khaimah has a population of 351,943 residents and is located in United Arab Emirates.. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ras Al Khaimah expensive to live in?

Ras Al Khaimah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 63.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ras Al Khaimah?

Ras Al Khaimah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Ras Al Khaimah?

The job market in Ras Al Khaimah is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ras Al Khaimah?

35.0% of adults in Ras Al Khaimah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ras Al Khaimah?

The obesity rate in Ras Al Khaimah is 32.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.8% of adults are smokers. 82.0% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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