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Tarfaya, Morocco

Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra · 🇲🇦 Morocco

Tarfaya is a small city in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, Morocco with a population of 5,615. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,615 Population
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
1.5 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

Population5,615
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain1.5 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Population5,615
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates27.9392°, -12.9260°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceLaâyoune-Sakia El Hamra
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation1.5 inches (39 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age29.1 years

Is Tarfaya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarfaya 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. Tarfaya 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

Tarfaya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 333 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 1.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tarfaya has a population of 5,615. 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

5,615
Total Population
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarfaya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tarfaya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarfaya 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: Tarfaya 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 Tarfaya, 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: Tarfaya 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

Tarfaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 333 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 1.5 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall1.5 inches
96% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.3%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates27.9392°N, 12.9260°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
August 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
October 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Wettest
December 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Tarfaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 63°F in January to 74°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 1.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.4") 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 Tarfaya

What is the population of Tarfaya?

Tarfaya has a population of 5,615 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 Tarfaya expensive to live in?

Tarfaya 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 Tarfaya?

Tarfaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Tarfaya?

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

How are the schools in Tarfaya?

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

How healthy is Tarfaya?

The obesity rate in Tarfaya 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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