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Tabouk
Region
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10.3%
Fourth Quarter 2025
Saudi Unemployment Rate
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886,036
2022
Total Population

Overview

Tabouk

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the rate of employed population was 64.5%, where the rate of female employees was 28.2% for Saudis and 40.8% for Non-Saudis, while the rate of male employees was 61.8% for Saudis and 98.8% for Non-Saudis.

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the unemployment rate reached 4.2%. Differentiating by gender, female unemployment was 14.1% for Saudis and 0% for Non-Saudis. Male unemployment was 8.5% for Saudis and 0.2% for Non-Saudis.

The total population registered in Tabouk in 2022 was 886,036 people, where 40.4% were females and 59.6% were males.

Economic Indicators

Monetary

Branches of Banks

In 2025, Tabouk had 48 bank branches,  2.1% more than the previous period.

The graph shows the annual evolution of the number of bank branches in Tabouk.

Evolution of the Number of Bank Branches in Tabouk
(Annual)

Energy and Electricity

Household Energy Practices

In 2024, 89.8% of households in Tabouk were very interested in rationalizing electricity consumption, 5.8% of households showed some interest and only 4.4% of households had no interest in rationalizing electricity consumption.

The graph shows the percentage of households interested in rationalizing electricity consumption in dwellings in Tabouk.

Percentage of Households Interested in Rationalizing Electricity Consumption in Dwellings in Tabouk

Electricity Connection

In 2024, 100.0% of dwellings in Tabouk had electricity connections.

The graph shows the evolution of the percentage of dwellings connected to electricity in Tabouk.

Percentage of Dwellings Connected to Electricity in Tabouk

Electricity Sources

In 2022, the main source of electricity used in Tabouk was public network with 96.4%. To a minor degree, solar energy and private generator follow with 1.5% and 1.2%, respectively.

The graph shows the distribution of electricity sources utilized in households in Tabouk.

Percentage of Electricity Sources Used in Dwellings in Tabouk

Energy Consumption

In 2022 the value of electricity consumption during winter in Tabouk was 190.8 million, 40.2% more than the previous year. On the other hand, the value of electricity consumption during the rest of the year was 858.5 million, 16.8% more than the previous period.

The graph shows the value of electricity consumption in Tabouk. Consumption during winter and consumption during the rest of the year are differentiated.

Value of Electrical Energy Consumption in Dwellings in Tabouk

Fuel Consumption

In 2022, cooking gas accounted for 97.9% of the fuel consumption in Tabouk households, while kerosene and diesel (fuel oil) constituted 0.4% and 1.7% respectively.

The graph shows the percentage of fuel consumed in dwelling in Tabouk in different years, categorized by fuel type.

Percentage of Fuel Consumed in Dwellings in Tabouk

Biomass

In 2024, 15.4% of Tabouk households used biomass products indoors, reflecting a 15.8% decline compared to the previous year.

The graph shows the evolving percentage of Tabouk households using biomass products indoors over the years.

Percentage of Households That Use Biomass Products Inside the Dwellings in Tabouk

Pollution and Environment

In 2024, 9.3% of households in Tabouk suffered from air pollution caused by gases resulting from combustion (cooking, heating), 14.6% suffered from pollution caused by smoking, 3.2% had contamination caused by the accumulation of waste and 27.9% suffered contamination caused by dust and dirt.

The graph shows the relative distribution of air pollution types suffered by households in Tabouk.

Relative Distribution of Air Pollution Types Suffered by Households in Tabouk

Environmental Conditions and Quality

In 2024, the lowest temperature recorded at Tabouk Meteorological Station in Tabouk was 0.7 degrees Celsius in February, and the highest temperature was recorded in June reporting 43.6 degrees Celsius.

The graph presents the variation in temperature throughout 2024 in Tabouk, highlighting the highest, lowest and average points during the course of the year.

Evolution of Temperature at Tabouk Meteorological Station in Tabouk

Water

Water Consumption

Water consumption in 2022 in Tabouk was 71.4 million cubic meters, being 2.9% lower than the consumption of the previous year.

The graph shows the annual evolution of water consumption in cubic meters in Tabouk.

Evolution of Water Consumption in Tabouk

Wastewater Treatment Plants

In 2024, the region Tabouk reported 7 residual treatment plants, ranking in the eighth position with respect to the other regions, growing by 0.0% over the previous year.

The graph shows the number of wastewater treatment plants in the regions of Saudi Arabia, highlighting the position of Tabouk.

Distribution of Wastewater Treatment Plants in Tabouk

Housing Water Patterns

In 2022, 87.6% of households in Tabouk always had water availability from the main source, 10.6% of households had water availability most of the time, 1.6% had water availability sometimes, and 0.2% rarely had water availability.

The graph shows the relative distribution of water availability from the main source in dwelling in Tabouk.

Relative Distribution of Water Availability from the Main Source in Dwelling in Tabouk

Water Distributed to Urban Sector

In 2024, water used in Tabouk comes primarily from Groundwater (53,710,118 cubic meters) followed by desalinated water (swcc) (20,877,674 cubic meters) and other sources (184 cubic meters).

The graph shows the different water sources used by Tabouk in the urban sector.

Water Distribution in the Urban Sector by Source in Tabouk

Tourism

Occupancy Rate

In December 2024, the occupancy rate of accommodation units in Tabouk was 41.9% for hotels and 49.1% for apartments and other units.

The chart shows the monthly evolution of the occupancy rate of accommodation units in Tabouk, broken down by accommodation type.

Monthly Occupancy Rate of Accommodation Units by Type

Social Indicators

Population

Population

In 2022 the population density of Tabouk was 6.5 people per square kilometer.

The graph shows the annual evolution of the population density in Tabouk and in other nearby administrative regions for comparison.

Evolution of Population Density in Tabouk

Population Pyramid

In 2022, the female population in Tabouk was concentrated in the age group of 5 - 9 years, with 43,892 women, accounting for 12.2% of the total female population of Tabouk. On the other hand, the male population was concentrated in the age group of 30 - 34 years, with 66,291 men, representing 12.6% of the total male population.

The graph depicts a population pyramid showing the total male and female population by age groups in Tabouk. With the selector above you can review the values for different governorates.

Population Pyramid (Total Population)

Population Growth

The population in Tabouk decreased from 5.3% in 2011 to 5.1% in 2022.

The graph shows the evolution of the population growth in Tabouk and in other nearby administrative regions for comparison.

Evolution of the Population Growth in Tabouk

Population Evolution by Nationality and Gender

During 2022, the female population in Tabouk showed an increase of 2.2% compared to the previous year, while the male population showed an increase of 5.5%.

Overall, the population in Tabouk has increased by 4.1%, going from 850,859 people in 2021 to 886,036 people in 2022.

The graph shows the evolution of the population in Tabouk by gender.

Evolution of the Population By Gender in Tabouk

Births and Newborns

In 2022, Tabouk registered a total of 15,658 births among Saudi mothers, of which 15,057 were single births, 584 were twins, and 17 were triplets or more.

The highest number of births was observed among Saudi females in the age group of 25 - 29 years old, with a total of 4,214 newborns.

The chart presents the number of births classified by the age group of the mothers, and grouped by single and multiple births (twins, triplets or more).

Births and Newborns in Tabouk

Dependency Ratio

The dependency ratio represents the average number of economically dependent individuals per 100 people within the working-age group.

In 2022, the overall dependency ratio in Tabouk was registered at 45.0%, with a children dependency ratio of 41.8% and an elderly dependency ratio of 3.2%.

The graph shows the value of the dependency ratio for Tabouk by type of ratio and nationality.

Dependency Ratio for Tabouk

Marital Status

In 2022, 51.6% of the total population in Tabouk was married, 2.3% divorced, 2.3% widowed and 43.8% never married.

You can review the marital status of the total population of Tabouk by age group in the graph and use the buttons above to change the gender and nationality of the data presented.

Marital Status by Age Range in Tabouk

Marriage and Divorce

In 2022, 51.6% of the total population at marriageable age in Tabouk were married. Among these, 17.8% of the individuals between the ages of 15 to 29 years old were married.

The proportion of total males at marriageable age that were married was 49.6%, while among total women was 55.0%.

The graph shows the population pyramid with the number of married men and women at marriageable age in Tabouk by age range, for Saudi and Non-Saudi population.

Population Pyramid of Married Individuals at Marriable Age in Tabouk

Physical Activity

In 2021, the largest group that did more than 30 minutes of physical activity per week in Tabouk was Saudi men while the smallest was Non-Saudi women.

The graph shows the percentage of adults over 15 years old who does at least 30 minutes of physical activity per week in Tabouk.

Physical Activity Among Adults 15 Years and Above in Tabouk - 30 minutes

Labor

Labor Force Participation

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the labor force participation rate among Saudis in Tabouk reached 45.0%, with a breakdown of 28.2% for Saudi women and 61.8% for Saudi men.

The graph shows the quarterly evolution of the labor force participation by gender in Tabouk (Saudi population).

Labor Force Participation Rate by Gender in Tabouk

New Participants to the Rules and Regulations of Social Insurance

In the fourth quarter of 2025, there were 1,777 new Saudi participants to the rules and regulations of social insurance in Tabouk, with 879 Saudi women and 898 Saudi men.

The graph shows the quarterly evolution of the new Saudi participants to the rules and regulations of social insurance by gender in Tabouk.

New Participants to the Rules and Regulations of Social Insurance by Gender and Nationality in Tabouk

Employees Registered in GOSI & Civil Services

In the fourth quarter of 2025, Tabouk registered a total of 183,189 employees, of which 81.0% were registered in GOSI and 19.0% in Civil Services.

Breaking down by gender, 12.4% of GOSI-registered employees were females (18,425), while 87.6% were males (130,018). Similarly, 45.0% of Civil Services-registered workers were females (15,646), and 55.0% were males (19,100).

The chart shows the number of employees registered in GOSI and Civil Services by gender in Tabouk during the fourth quarter of 2025.

* Data of those subject to the Civil Service system are modified retrospectively for appointees, job leavers, and retirees. 

Total Employees Registered in GOSI & Civil Services by Gender in Tabouk

Employees by Occupations

During the fourth quarter of 2025, the occupations that registered the highest number of employees in Tabouk were Elementary occupations (63,047 employees), Professionals (19,032 employees), and Craft and related trades workers (16,347 employees).

The chart shows the number of employees in Tabouk by occupation.

* There are cases of subscribers working more than one job and in different professions, hence these may be counted more than once depending on the subscription, not the participant.

Number of Employees by Occupation in Tabouk

Employees by Economic Activities

During the fourth quarter of 2025, the economic activities that registered the highest number of employees in Tabouk were Construction (32,313 employees), Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles (31,667 employees), and Accommodation and food service activities (18,034 employees).

The chart shows the number of employees in Tabouk by economic activity.

Number of Employees by Economic Activity in Tabouk

Unemployment Rate

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the unemployment rate of Saudis in Tabouk reached 10.3%. In particular, the Saudi female unemployment rate was 14.1%, while the Saudi male unemployment rate was 8.5%.

The graph shows the quarterly evolution of the unemployment rate by gender of the Saudi population in Tabouk.

Unemployment Rate by Gender in Tabouk

Job Seekers

In 2022, Tabouk registered 11,402 job seekers, 9% less than the previous year.

The graph shows the annual evolution of job seekers in Tabouk and in other nearby administrative regions for comparison.

Evolution of the Number of Job Seekers in Tabouk

Employment to Population Ratio

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the employment to population ratio for Saudis in Tabouk was 40.4%, with 56.5% for male and 24.3% for female.

On the other hand, the employment to population ratio for Non-Saudis was 90.1%, with 98.5% for male and 40.8% for female.

The graph shows the employment to population ratio in Tabouk by gender and nationality.

Employment to Population Ratio by Nationality and Gender in Tabouk

Social Security

In 2022, the total disbursements in social security programs in Tabouk was 636.3 million, placing it in the 10th position compared to other regions.

The graph shows the evolution of disbursements in social security programs in Tabouk.

Evolution of Disbursements in Social Security Programs in Tabouk

Housing

Housing Units

In 2025, the number of housing units occupied by Saudi households in Tabouk were distributed as follows: 83,060 were an apartment (58.3% of the total), 25,924 were a traditional house (18.2% of the total), 17,675 were a villa (12.4% of the total), 14,006 were an a floor (9.8% of the total), and 1,900 were others (1.3% of the total).

The graph shows housing units (occupied by Saudi households) by type of housing in different years in Tabouk.

Housing Units (Occupied by Saudi Households) by Type of Housing in Tabouk

Dwellings

In 2022, the total number of dwellings in Tabouk were 352,464. The most common type of dwelling was residential dwellings, representing 58.8% of the total, followed by other dwellings (34.0%), and commercial dwellings (7.0%).

The graph shows the number of dwellings in Tabouk by type of dwelling.

Number of Dwellings by Type in Tabouk

Households

In 2022, the number of households in Tabouk, was 207,253.

In that year, the number of male-headed households was 180,630, representing 87.2% of the total.

The number of Saudi households was 130,689, representing 63.1% of the total.

The graph shows the number of households in Tabouk, grouped by nationality and gender.

Number of Households by Gender and Nationality in Tabouk

Real Estate Price Index

In 2025, the Real Estate Price Index of Tabouk reached 102.9, an increase of 2.6% compared to the previous year.

The chart shows the Real Estate Price Index and the year-on-year rate of change in Tabouk.

Note: In Q3 2024, Gastat updated the base year for the index from 2014 to 2023.

Real Estate Price Index in Tabouk
(Annual)

Household Size

In 2022, the average household size for households with Saudi head of household was 5 people, while the household size where a Non-Saudi was head of household was 2.5 people.

The graphs shows the average household size in Tabouk, categorized by the nationality of the head of household. The average household size refers to the arithmetic mean of the number of people living in one household.

Number of People per Household by Nationality of Head of Household in Tabouk

Internet Penetration Rate

In 2022, the internet penetration rate in Tabouk was 98.9%, higher than the previous period.

The graph shows the annual evolution of the internet penetration rate in Tabouk.

Evolution of the Internet Penetration Rate in Tabouk

Household ICT Access

In 2021, 98.5% of Tabouk households had access to cell phone and 93.2% had access to the internet. On the other hand, 22.7% of households had access to radio and 9.8% had access to fixed telephone.

The graph shows the percentage of household ICT access by type of ICT in Tabouk during 2021.

Percentage of Household ICT Access Indicators in Tabouk

Health

Health Facilities and Personnel

In 2023, there were a total of 15,376 workers registered in the health sector in Tabouk. The personnel was distributed as follows: 6,330 nurses, 4,435 assistant health employees, 3,752 physicians, and 859 pharmacists.

The graph shows the annual evolution of health sector employees in Tabouk.

Evolution of Health Personnel in Tabouk

Life Expectancy

In 2023, life expectancy in Tabouk was 79.2 years. By gender, life expectancy was 77.3 years for men and 81.9 years for women.

The chart shows life expectancy at birth by gender in Tabouk.

Life Expectancy at Birth by Gender

PHC & Outpatient Encounters

In 2024, Tabouk recorded 1,784,523 encounters, of which 78.2% corresponded to Primary Health Care (PHC) and 21.8% to Outpatient services.

The chart shows the distribution of encounters in Tabouk, distinguishing between Primary Health Care (PHC) and Outpatient services.

Primary Health Care and Outpatient Encounters in MOH Hospitals

First Aid and Ambulance Services

In 2024, the average cases per ambulance of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority was 345 in Tabouk.

The chart shows the annual trend in the average cases per ambulance of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority in Tabouk.

First Aid Centers and Ambulances of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority

First Aid and Patient Transport

In 2024, a total of 20,363 patients and casualties were provided with first aid and transported by Saudi Red Crescent Authority ambulances in Tabouk. By type of case, diseases and road accidents recorded the highest numbers.

The chart shows patients and casualties provided with first aid and transported by Saudi Red Crescent Authority ambulances in Tabouk, by type of case.

Patients and Casualties Provided with First Aid and Transported by Saudi Red Crescent Authority Ambulances

First Aid and Ambulance Transport Cases

In 2024, a total of 20,363 cases were provided with first aid and transported by Saudi Red Crescent Authority ambulances.

The chart shows the trend in cases provided with first aid and transported by Saudi Red Crescent Authority ambulances in Tabouk.

Cases Provided with First Aid and Transported by Saudi Red Crescent Authority Ambulances

Outpatient & ER Visits by Gender and Nationality

In 2024, a total of 970,920 outpatient and ER visits to private sector facilities were recorded in Tabouk.

Of these, 206,284 were made by Saudi men and 476,661 by non-Saudi men. In addition, 205,353 visits were made by Saudi women and 82,622 by non-Saudi women.

The chart shows the distribution of outpatient and ER visits to private sector facilities in Tabouk by gender and nationality.

Outpatient and ER Visits to Private Sector Facilities by Gender & Nationality

Outpatient & ER Visits by Age

In 2024, a total of 972,409 outpatient and ER visits were recorded across all private sector facilities. The age group with the highest number of visits was 30 - 39 years, with 29 ER visits and 294,708 outpatient visits recorded.

The chart shows the distribution of outpatient and ER visits to private sector facilities in Tabouk by age group.

Outpatient and ER Visits to Private Sector Facilities by Age Group

Education

Students, Schools & Teachers

In 2022, the number of students in Tabouk was 200,852.

The graph shows the annual evolution of the number of students by gender in Tabouk.

Evolution of the Number of Students in Tabouk by Gender

Illiteracy Rate

In 2017, the illiteracy rate registered in Tabouk was 9.4% for women and 2.8% for men.

The graph shows the illiteracy rate in Tabouk by gender.

Illiteracy Rate by Gender in Tabouk

Expenditures on Education

In 2017, total education expenditures in Tabouk were 565.2 million, distributed in other expenses ( 206.1 million), tuition fees ( 157.0 million), school supplies ( 143.6 million), school transfer ( 35.7 million), and private tuition ( 22.8 million).

The graph shows the Saudi household expenditure on education by type of expenditure.

Household Expenditure on Education by Type of Expenditure in Tabouk

Disability

Individuals with One Severe or Unable Disability

In 2023, Tabouk recorded 5.9% of individuals with a severe or unable disability. The percentage of men with one disability was 6.2%, while the percentage of women with one disability was 5.4%.

The graph shows the percentage distribution of individuals (2 years and over) with one disability (severe or unable) by gender.

Percentage Distribution of Individuals with One Severe or Unable Disability (Age 2+), by Gender in Tabouk

Individuals with One Severe or Unable Disability by Type

In 2023, Tabouk registered 8.2% of individuals with communication disabilities, 6.0% with hearing disabilities, 5.7% with visual disabilities, and 5.9% with mobility (walking) problems.

The graph shows the percentage distribution of individuals (2 years and over) with one disability (severe or unable) by type of disability.

Percentage Distribution of Individuals with One Severe (or Unable) Disabilities by Type in Tabouk

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