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Saidia, Morocco

Oriental · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Saidia is a small city in Oriental, Morocco with a population of 9,587. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,587 Population
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population9,587
Median Age29.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population9,587
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates35.0820°, -2.2290°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceOriental
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (344 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Saidia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saidia receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saidia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saidia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Saidia has a population of 9,587. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,587
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saidia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saidia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saidia is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Saidia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Saidia, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Saidia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates35.0820°N, 2.2290°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
March 58°F (15°C) 1.4 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in

Saidia has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 54°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.0").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saidia

What is the population of Saidia?

Saidia has a population of 9,587 residents and is located in Morocco.. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Saidia expensive to live in?

Saidia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Saidia?

Saidia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Saidia?

The job market in Saidia faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Saidia?

21.7% of adults in Saidia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Saidia?

The obesity rate in Saidia is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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