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Şabḩā, Jordan

Mafraq · 🇯🇴 Jordan

Şabḩā is a small city in Mafraq, Jordan with a population of 5,315. Elevation: 2,736 ft (834 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
5,315 Population
2,736 ft Elevation 834 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
7.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Amman Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.5%
359% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population5,315
Median Age24.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,466
Unemployment16.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking34.4%
Depression0.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain7.1 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,736 ft (834 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population5,315
Elevation2,736 ft (834 m)
Coordinates32.3270°, 36.5016°
TimezoneAsia/Amman
Country🇯🇴 Jordan
State / ProvinceMafraq
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation7.1 inches (180 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age24.5 years

Is Şabḩā a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Şabḩā receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Şabḩā has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Şabḩā enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Şabḩā has a population of 5,315. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 4.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,315
Total Population
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Şabḩā vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Şabḩā vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Şabḩā is N/A. Per capita income is $4,466 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Şabḩā vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,466

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.5%
359% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Şabḩā, 38.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 37.7% have high blood pressure. 34.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 84.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
High Blood Pressure37.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking34.4%
146% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Physical Inactivity84.8%
Depression0.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%

Food & Exercise

Şabḩā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 323 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 7.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,736 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.1 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation2,736 ft (834 m)
Coordinates32.3270°N, 36.5016°W
TimezoneAsia/Amman

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 45°F (7°C)
1.5"
Feb 48°F (9°C)
1.5"
Mar 54°F (12°C)
1.2"
Apr 62°F (17°C)
0.4"
May 70°F (21°C)
0.2"
Jun 76°F (24°C)
0.0"
Jul 79°F (26°C)
0.0"
Aug 79°F (26°C)
0.0"
Sep 76°F (24°C)
0.0"
Oct 70°F (21°C)
0.3"
Nov 58°F (14°C)
0.7"
Dec 48°F (9°C)
1.4"

The warmest month is August at 79°F, while the coldest is January at 45°F — a seasonal swing of 34°F. January sees the most rain (1.5"), while June is the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 92.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.9%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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