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Tamest, Algeria

Adrar · 🇩🇿 Algeria

Tamest is a small town in Adrar, Algeria with a population of 1,133. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,133 Population
787 ft Elevation 240 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
0.4 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

Population1,133
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI14 (Good)
Rain0.4 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation787 ft (240 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband76.9%
Population1,133
Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Coordinates27.4259°, -0.2434°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceAdrar
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average100°F (38°C)
Annual Precipitation0.4 inches (11 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.9 years

Is Tamest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tamest 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. Tamest 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

Tamest has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 100°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.

Tamest has a population of 1,133. 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

1,133
Total Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Tamest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tamest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tamest 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: Tamest 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 Tamest, 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: Tamest 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

Tamest has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 100°F in July. The area gets 335 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 0.4 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 787 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 100°F Jul (38°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average100°F (38°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.4 inches
99% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median14.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.2%

Geography

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Coordinates27.4259°N, 0.2434°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
June 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in
July 100°F (38°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 99°F (37°C) 0.0 in
September 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Wettest
November 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.0 in

Tamest has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 57°F in January to 100°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 0.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (0.1") and April the driest (0.0").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Tamest

What is the population of Tamest?

Tamest has a population of 1,133 residents and is located in Algeria.. The median age of residents is 28.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Tamest expensive to live in?

Tamest is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 32.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Tamest?

Tamest has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 100°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 14.

How is the job market in Tamest?

The job market in Tamest faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Tamest?

24.5% of adults in Tamest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tamest?

The obesity rate in Tamest is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 83.8% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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