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Zahlé, Lebanon

Béqaa · 🇱🇧 Lebanon

Zahlé is a mid-size city in Béqaa, Lebanon with a population of 78,145. Elevation: 3,159 ft (963 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
78,145 Population 25,290/sq mi density
3,159 ft Elevation 963 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Beirut Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
205% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

People

Population78,145
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density25,290/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,478
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty5.9%

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking50.9%
Depression0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation3,159 ft (963 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.5%
Population78,145
Population Density25,290 / sq mi
Elevation3,159 ft (963 m)
Coordinates33.8468°, 35.9020°
TimezoneAsia/Beirut
Country🇱🇧 Lebanon
State / ProvinceBéqaa
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (881 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age33.7 years

Is Zahlé a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zahlé receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Zahlé has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Zahlé experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Zahlé has a population of 78,145 with a density of 25,290 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. 16.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

78,145
Total Population
25,290
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zahlé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zahlé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zahlé is N/A. Per capita income is $3,478 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Zahlé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
205% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Zahlé, 29.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 38.1% have high blood pressure. 50.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 1.6% report binge drinking. 82.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 0.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes13.4%
High Blood Pressure38.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking50.9%
264% above US avg
Binge Drinking1.6%
Physical Inactivity82.1%
Depression0.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Zahlé experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 273 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 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3,159 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.0%

Geography

Elevation3,159 ft (963 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density25,290/sq mi
Coordinates33.8468°N, 35.9020°W
TimezoneAsia/Beirut

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 7.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 6.2 in
March 42°F (5°C) 5.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.4 in
November 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 6.5 in

Zahlé has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 37°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density25,290/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zahlé

What is the population of Zahlé?

Zahlé has a population of 78,145 residents and is located in Lebanon. The population density is 25,290 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Zahlé expensive to live in?

Zahlé is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Zahlé?

Zahlé has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Zahlé?

The job market in Zahlé faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Zahlé?

15.0% of adults in Zahlé hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Zahlé?

The obesity rate in Zahlé is 29.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 50.9% of adults are smokers. 82.1% are physically inactive. 0.7% of residents report depression.

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