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Saraqib, Syria

Idlib · 🇸🇾 Syria

Saraqib is a mid-size city in Idlib, Syria with a population of 34,231. Elevation: 1,201 ft (366 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
34,231 Population
1,201 ft Elevation 366 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
17.0 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

Population34,231
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 Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population34,231
Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Coordinates35.8645°, 36.8059°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceIdlib
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation17.0 inches (431 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Saraqib a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saraqib 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. Saraqib 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

Saraqib enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Saraqib has a population of 34,231. 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

34,231
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Saraqib vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saraqib vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saraqib 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: Saraqib 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 Saraqib, 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: Saraqib 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

Saraqib enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 305 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 17.0 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 1,201 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Coordinates35.8645°N, 36.8059°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 47°F (9°C) 2.8 in
March 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in

Saraqib has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 44°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July 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 Saraqib

What is the population of Saraqib?

Saraqib has a population of 34,231 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 Saraqib expensive to live in?

Saraqib 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 Saraqib?

Saraqib enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Saraqib?

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

How are the schools in Saraqib?

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

How healthy is Saraqib?

The obesity rate in Saraqib 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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