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Sinjār, Iraq

Nineveh · 🇮🇶 Iraq

Sinjār is a mid-size city in Nineveh, Iraq with a population of 38,294. Elevation: 1,696 ft (517 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
38,294 Population
1,696 ft Elevation 517 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
330% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population38,294
Median Age21.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,965
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.8%
Depression3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI117 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.7%
Population38,294
Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Coordinates36.3209°, 41.8766°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceNineveh
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation15.2 inches (387 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age21.2 years

Is Sinjār a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sinjār 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, high obesity rates. Sinjār has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sinjār enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117.

Sinjār has a population of 38,294. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

38,294
Total Population
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sinjār vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sinjār vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sinjār is N/A. Per capita income is $5,965 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 42, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sinjār vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
330% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living42.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sinjār, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 48.1% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.6% report binge drinking. 85.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
High Blood Pressure48.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity85.0%
Depression3.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%

Food & Exercise

Sinjār enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 117 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 40% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,696 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median117.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %40.1%

Geography

Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Coordinates36.3209°N, 41.8766°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 46°F (8°C)
2.9"
Feb 48°F (9°C)
2.4"
Mar 56°F (13°C)
2.4"
Apr 65°F (18°C)
2.2"
May 78°F (25°C)
1.1"
Jun 88°F (31°C)
0.0"
Jul 94°F (35°C)
0.0"
Aug 94°F (34°C)
0.0"
Sep 86°F (30°C)
0.0"
Oct 74°F (23°C)
0.5"
Nov 61°F (16°C)
1.1"
Dec 49°F (9°C)
2.6"

The warmest month is July at 94°F, while the coldest is January at 46°F — a seasonal swing of 49°F. January sees the most rain (2.9"), while June is the driest (0.0").

15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 81.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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