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Sfizef, Algeria

Sidi Bel Abbès · 🇩🇿 Algeria

Sfizef is a small city in Sidi Bel Abbès, Algeria with a population of 27,914. Elevation: 1,808 ft (551 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
27,914 Population
1,808 ft Elevation 551 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
223% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population27,914
Median Age28.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,370
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity23.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.9%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population27,914
Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)
Coordinates35.2346°, -0.2444°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceSidi Bel Abbès
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (442 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is Sfizef a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sfizef receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sfizef offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sfizef enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Sfizef has a population of 27,914. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 70.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,914
Total Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Sfizef vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sfizef vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sfizef is N/A. Per capita income is $5,370 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 32.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sfizef vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
223% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living32.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sfizef, 23.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 36.2% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.5% report binge drinking. 83.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure36.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.5%
Physical Inactivity83.8%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%

Food & Exercise

Sfizef enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)
Coordinates35.2346°N, 0.2444°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 48°F (9°C)
2.5"
Feb 50°F (10°C)
2.2"
Mar 53°F (12°C)
1.9"
Apr 57°F (14°C)
1.4"
May 63°F (17°C)
1.4"
Jun 71°F (22°C)
0.6"
Jul 78°F (26°C)
0.1"
Aug 78°F (26°C)
0.2"
Sep 72°F (22°C)
0.6"
Oct 64°F (18°C)
1.3"
Nov 55°F (13°C)
2.4"
Dec 50°F (10°C)
2.8"

The warmest month is August at 78°F, while the coldest is January at 48°F — a seasonal swing of 30°F. December sees the most rain (2.8"), while July is the driest (0.1").

24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 76.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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