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Şalākhid, Syria

Suwayda · 🇸🇾 Syria

Şalākhid is a small city in Suwayda, Syria with a population of 12,842. Elevation: 2,897 ft (883 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
12,842 Population
2,897 ft Elevation 883 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
9.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Damascus Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
277% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population12,842
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,052
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+94.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population12,842
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Coordinates32.8715°, 36.5728°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceSuwayda
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation9.3 inches (236 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Şalākhid a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Şalākhid receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Şalākhid faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Şalākhid enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Şalākhid has a population of 12,842. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. 4.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,842
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Şalākhid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Şalākhid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Şalākhid is N/A. Per capita income is $1,052 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 22, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Şalākhid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
277% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living22.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Şalākhid, 33.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.1% have high blood pressure. 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
High Blood Pressure41.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.5%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Şalākhid enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.3 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Coordinates32.8715°N, 36.5728°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
August 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
December 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in

Şalākhid has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 42°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 9.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.1") and June the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 34.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+94.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Şalākhid

What is the population of Şalākhid?

Şalākhid has a population of 12,842 residents and is located in Syria.. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Şalākhid expensive to live in?

Şalākhid is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 22 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Şalākhid?

Şalākhid enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Şalākhid?

The job market in Şalākhid faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Şalākhid?

6.0% of adults in Şalākhid hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Şalākhid?

The obesity rate in Şalākhid is 33.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 87.5% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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