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Shaţḩah, Syria

Hama · 🇸🇾 Syria

Shaţḩah is a small city in Hama, Syria with a population of 8,076. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
8,076 Population
679 ft Elevation 207 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.6 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

Population8,076
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband34.7%
Population8,076
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates35.5051°, 36.2438°
TimezoneAsia/Damascus
Country🇸🇾 Syria
State / ProvinceHama
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (903 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Shaţḩah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shaţḩah 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. Shaţḩah 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

Shaţḩah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Shaţḩah has a population of 8,076. 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

8,076
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Shaţḩah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shaţḩah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shaţḩah 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: Shaţḩah 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 Shaţḩah, 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: Shaţḩah 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

Shaţḩah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.6 inches. 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 679 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates35.5051°N, 36.2438°W
TimezoneAsia/Damascus

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 6.3 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in
April 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
May 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
December 47°F (8°C) 7.7 in Wettest

Shaţḩah has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 44°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.7") and August the driest (0.1").

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 Shaţḩah

What is the population of Shaţḩah?

Shaţḩah has a population of 8,076 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 Shaţḩah expensive to live in?

Shaţḩah 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 Shaţḩah?

Shaţḩah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Shaţḩah?

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

How are the schools in Shaţḩah?

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

How healthy is Shaţḩah?

The obesity rate in Shaţḩah 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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