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Salwá, Kuwait

Hawalli · 🇰🇼 Kuwait

Salwá is a mid-size city in Hawalli, Kuwait with a population of 40,945. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
40,945 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
4.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuwait Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg

People

Population40,945
Median Age37.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female61% / 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,076
Unemployment2.2%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.2%
Depression3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain4.3 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population40,945
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates29.2958°, 48.0786°
TimezoneAsia/Kuwait
Country🇰🇼 Kuwait
State / ProvinceHawalli
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average100°F (38°C)
Annual Precipitation4.3 inches (109 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.3 years

Is Salwá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salwá receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Salwá has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Salwá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 100°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Salwá has a population of 40,945. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 38.9% female and 61.1% male. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

40,945
Total Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 61.1%
Female 38.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Salwá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Salwá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salwá is N/A. Per capita income is $34,076 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 62.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Salwá vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living62.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Salwá, 41.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 19.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 40.5% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes19.6%
High Blood Pressure40.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression3.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Salwá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 100°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 100°F Jul (38°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average100°F (38°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.3 inches
89% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.3%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates29.2958°N, 48.0786°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuwait

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in
June 97°F (36°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 100°F (38°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 99°F (37°C) 0.0 in
September 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in

Salwá has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 55°F in January to 100°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.9") and June the driest (0.0").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 99.8% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Salwá

What is the population of Salwá?

Salwá has a population of 40,945 residents and is located in Kuwait.. The median age of residents is 37.3 years. The population is 38.9% female and 61.1% male.

Is Salwá expensive to live in?

Salwá is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 62.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Salwá?

Salwá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 100°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Salwá?

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

How are the schools in Salwá?

22.0% of adults in Salwá hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Salwá?

The obesity rate in Salwá is 41.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 3.3% of residents report depression.

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