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Smara, Morocco

Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Smara is a mid-size city in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, Morocco with a population of 42,056. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,056 Population
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
1.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

People

Population42,056
Median Age29.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,814
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty3.7%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.2%
Depression3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain1.1 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population42,056
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates26.7384°, -11.6719°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceLaâyoune-Sakia El Hamra
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation1.1 inches (28 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Smara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smara receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Smara has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Smara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Smara has a population of 42,056. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

42,056
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Smara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Smara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smara is N/A. Per capita income is $3,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 39.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Smara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Smara, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 35.3% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 0.6% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes13.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.6%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression3.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Smara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 334 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 1.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 86% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.1 inches
97% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates26.7384°N, 11.6719°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in Wettest

Smara has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 61°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 1.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.3") and May the driest (0.0").

21.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Smara

What is the population of Smara?

Smara has a population of 42,056 residents and is located in Morocco.. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Smara expensive to live in?

Smara is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Smara?

Smara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Smara?

The job market in Smara faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Smara?

21.7% of adults in Smara hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Smara?

The obesity rate in Smara is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 3.0% of residents report depression.

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