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Sarafand, Lebanon

South Governorate · 🇱🇧 Lebanon

Sarafand is a small city in South Governorate, Lebanon with a population of 10,965. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
10,965 Population
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
27.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Beirut Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
205% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

People

Population10,965
Median Age33.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,478
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty5.9%

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking50.9%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.5%
Population10,965
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates33.4495°, 35.2995°
TimezoneAsia/Beirut
Country🇱🇧 Lebanon
State / ProvinceSouth Governorate
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.9 inches (709 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.7 years

Is Sarafand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sarafand receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Sarafand has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sarafand enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Sarafand has a population of 10,965. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. 16.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,965
Total Population
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sarafand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sarafand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sarafand is N/A. Per capita income is $3,478 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sarafand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
205% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sarafand, 29.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 38.1% have high blood pressure. 50.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes13.4%
High Blood Pressure38.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking50.9%
264% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Sarafand enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 285 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 27.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates33.4495°N, 35.2995°W
TimezoneAsia/Beirut

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 7.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
March 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
December 57°F (14°C) 5.8 in

Sarafand has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 54°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sarafand

What is the population of Sarafand?

Sarafand has a population of 10,965 residents and is located in Lebanon.. The median age of residents is 33.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Sarafand expensive to live in?

Sarafand is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sarafand?

Sarafand enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Sarafand?

The job market in Sarafand faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sarafand?

15.0% of adults in Sarafand hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sarafand?

The obesity rate in Sarafand is 29.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 50.9% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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