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Umm Salmūnah, Palestinian Territory

West Bank · 🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory

Umm Salmūnah is a small town in West Bank, Palestinian Territory with a population of 933. Elevation: 3,025 ft (922 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
933 Population
3,025 ft Elevation 922 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
10.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hebron Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.4%
578% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

People

Population933
Median Age21.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,455
Unemployment24.4%
Poverty2.1%

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking37.6%
Depression1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation3,025 ft (922 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.6%
Population933
Elevation3,025 ft (922 m)
Coordinates31.6446°, 35.1667°
TimezoneAsia/Hebron
Country🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory
State / ProvinceWest Bank
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation10.7 inches (271 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Age21.0 years

Is Umm Salmūnah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Umm Salmūnah receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Umm Salmūnah faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 24.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Umm Salmūnah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 339 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches.

Umm Salmūnah has a population of 933. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 7.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 65.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

933
Total Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Umm Salmūnah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Umm Salmūnah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Umm Salmūnah is N/A. Per capita income is $3,455 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 24.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Umm Salmūnah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.4%
578% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Umm Salmūnah, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 39.1% have high blood pressure. 37.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Umm Salmūnah vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
High Blood Pressure39.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking37.6%
169% above US avg
Depression1.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%

Food & Exercise

Umm Salmūnah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 339 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 10.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,025 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.7 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation3,025 ft (922 m)
Coordinates31.6446°N, 35.1667°W
TimezoneAsia/Hebron

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
March 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in

Umm Salmūnah has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 51°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.0").

10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 86.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Umm Salmūnah

What is the population of Umm Salmūnah?

Umm Salmūnah has a population of 933 residents and is located in Palestinian Territory.. The median age of residents is 21.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Umm Salmūnah expensive to live in?

Umm Salmūnah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Umm Salmūnah?

Umm Salmūnah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.

How is the job market in Umm Salmūnah?

The job market in Umm Salmūnah faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Umm Salmūnah?

10.0% of adults in Umm Salmūnah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Umm Salmūnah?

The obesity rate in Umm Salmūnah is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 37.6% of adults are smokers. 1.4% of residents report depression.

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