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Zābol, Iran

Sistan and Baluchestan · 🇮🇷 Iran

Zābol is a large city in Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran with a population of 121,989. Elevation: 1,585 ft (483 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
121,989 Population
1,585 ft Elevation 483 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
2.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

People

Population121,989
Median Age32.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$5,049
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty2.5%

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.7%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain2.7 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation1,585 ft (483 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband79.6%
Population121,989
Elevation1,585 ft (483 m)
Coordinates31.0306°, 61.4949°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceSistan and Baluchestan
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation2.7 inches (68 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age32.0 years

Is Zābol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zābol receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Zābol offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Zābol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Zābol has a population of 121,989. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 81.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

121,989
Total Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Zābol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zābol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zābol is N/A. Per capita income is $5,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 26.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zābol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$5,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living26.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zābol, 24.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%

Food & Exercise

Zābol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 331 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 2.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. 88% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,585 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.7 inches
93% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.1%

Geography

Elevation1,585 ft (483 m)
Coordinates31.0306°N, 61.4949°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
May 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
June 92°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
September 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in

Zābol has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 47°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.7") and June the driest (0.0").

26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+90.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zābol

What is the population of Zābol?

Zābol has a population of 121,989 residents and is located in Iran.. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Zābol expensive to live in?

Zābol is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 26.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zābol?

Zābol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Zābol?

The job market in Zābol faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Zābol?

26.4% of adults in Zābol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Zābol?

The obesity rate in Zābol is 24.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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