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Sukkur, Pakistan

Sindh · 🇵🇰 Pakistan

Sukkur is a major city in Sindh, Pakistan with a population of 563,851. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
563,851 Population 283/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
3.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi Timezone
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
51% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

People

Population563,851
Median Age22.0 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,360
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty16.5%

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking11.1%
Depression3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI67 (Moderate)
Rain3.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.4%
Population563,851
Population Density283 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates27.7032°, 68.8589°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvinceSindh
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation3.5 inches (88 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.0 years

Is Sukkur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sukkur receives an overall livability score of 1.9 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. Sukkur faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sukkur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67.

Sukkur has a population of 563,851 with a density of 283 people per square mile, spread across 1,994.2 square miles. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. 8.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 56.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

563,851
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
1,994.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sukkur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sukkur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sukkur is N/A. Per capita income is $1,360 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (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 23.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sukkur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
51% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living23.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sukkur, 23.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 43.2% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 3.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure43.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression3.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.0%

Food & Exercise

Sukkur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 330 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 3.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.5 inches
91% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median67.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %73.5%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area1,994.2 sq mi (5,165.0 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates27.7032°N, 68.8589°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.1 in
June 97°F (36°C) 0.2 in Warmest
July 94°F (35°C) 1.1 in Wettest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.9 in
September 89°F (32°C) 0.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
November 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in

Sukkur has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 59°F in January to 97°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 3.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.1") and October the driest (0.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 27.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area1,994.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sukkur

What is the population of Sukkur?

Sukkur has a population of 563,851 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 283 people per square mile, spread across 1,994.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Sukkur expensive to live in?

Sukkur is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 23.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sukkur?

Sukkur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 67.

How is the job market in Sukkur?

The unemployment rate in Sukkur is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Sukkur?

10.9% of adults in Sukkur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sukkur?

The obesity rate in Sukkur is 23.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 3.5% of residents report depression.

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