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Sar-e Pul, Afghanistan

Sar-e Pol Province · 🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Sar-e Pul is a mid-size city in Sar-e Pol Province, Afghanistan with a population of 52,121. Elevation: 2,156 ft (657 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
52,121 Population 4,517/sq mi density
2,156 ft Elevation 657 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
9.4 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

Population52,121
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density4,517/mi²
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI80 (Moderate)
Rain9.4 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.7%
Population52,121
Population Density4,517 / sq mi
Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Coordinates36.2154°, 65.9325°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceSar-e Pol Province
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation9.4 inches (238 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.5 inches (4 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Sar-e Pul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sar-e Pul 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. Sar-e Pul 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

Sar-e Pul enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.

Sar-e Pul has a population of 52,121 with a density of 4,517 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles. 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

52,121
Total Population
4,517
People / sq mi
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sar-e Pul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sar-e Pul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sar-e Pul 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: Sar-e Pul 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 Sar-e Pul, 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: Sar-e Pul 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

Sar-e Pul enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 86°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 9.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.5 inches of snow annually. 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 2,156 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.4 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median80.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %64.1%

Geography

Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²)
Population Density4,517/sq mi
Coordinates36.2154°N, 65.9325°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 0.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in

Sar-e Pul has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 35°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and July 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

Population Density4,517/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sar-e Pul

What is the population of Sar-e Pul?

Sar-e Pul has a population of 52,121 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 4,517 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles. 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 Sar-e Pul expensive to live in?

Sar-e Pul 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 Sar-e Pul?

Sar-e Pul enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.4 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 80.

How is the job market in Sar-e Pul?

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

How are the schools in Sar-e Pul?

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

How healthy is Sar-e Pul?

The obesity rate in Sar-e Pul 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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