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Sangīn, Afghanistan

Helmand · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Sangīn is a small city in Helmand, Afghanistan with a population of 13,579. Elevation: 2,904 ft (885 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
13,579 Population
2,904 ft Elevation 885 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
6.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
271% higher than US avg

People

Population13,579
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$414
Unemployment13.4%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain6.6 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation2,904 ft (885 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population13,579
Elevation2,904 ft (885 m)
Coordinates32.0728°, 64.8359°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceHelmand
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation6.6 inches (167 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Sangīn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sangīn receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sangīn faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sangīn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Sangīn has a population of 13,579. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 42.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,579
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sangīn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sangīn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sangīn is N/A. Per capita income is $414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 18.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sangīn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living18.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sangīn, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 88.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity88.1%
Depression3.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.0%

Food & Exercise

Sangīn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 64% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,904 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.6 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation2,904 ft (885 m)
Coordinates32.0728°N, 64.8359°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
April 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
June 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in

Sangīn has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 39°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.6") and June the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 17.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+50.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sangīn

What is the population of Sangīn?

Sangīn has a population of 13,579 residents and is located in Afghanistan.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Sangīn expensive to live in?

Sangīn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sangīn?

Sangīn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Sangīn?

The job market in Sangīn faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sangīn?

10.9% of adults in Sangīn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sangīn?

The obesity rate in Sangīn is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.1% are physically inactive. 3.7% of residents report depression.

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