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Rekhasim, Israel

Haifa · 🇮🇱 Israel

Rekhasim is a small city in Haifa, Israel with a population of 12,668. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
12,668 Population 11,516/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jerusalem 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 22.5%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population12,668
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density11,516/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,004
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity22.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.4%
Depression6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI81 (Moderate)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+91.8%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population12,668
Population Density11,516 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates32.7491°, 35.0990°
TimezoneAsia/Jerusalem
Country🇮🇱 Israel
State / ProvinceHaifa
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (558 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.4 years

Is Rekhasim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rekhasim 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. Rekhasim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% 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. 91.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rekhasim enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 81.

Rekhasim has a population of 12,668 with a density of 11,516 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,668
Total Population
11,516
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rekhasim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rekhasim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rekhasim is N/A. Per capita income is $52,004 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below 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 94.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rekhasim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living94.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rekhasim, 22.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 3.1% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.5%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking3.1%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression6.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Rekhasim enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 352 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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 81 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median81.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %63.6%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density11,516/sq mi
Coordinates32.7491°N, 35.0990°W
TimezoneAsia/Jerusalem

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 5.5 in

Rekhasim has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 53°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") 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%. 91.8% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+91.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11,516/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rekhasim

What is the population of Rekhasim?

Rekhasim has a population of 12,668 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 11,516 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Rekhasim expensive to live in?

Rekhasim is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rekhasim?

Rekhasim enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 81.

How is the job market in Rekhasim?

Rekhasim has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Rekhasim?

35.0% of adults in Rekhasim hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school.

How healthy is Rekhasim?

The obesity rate in Rekhasim is 22.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 6.5% of residents report depression.

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