Categories in Ofakim
Car rentalCar repairGas StationImport Export CompanyClothing storesDress StoreShoe storesMobile phone storesCommunity CenterOrthodox SynagogueShipping CompanyShipping ServiceSynagoguesYouth OrganizationCell phone accessory storeElectronics StoreConstruction of buildingsElectricianHardware storeHome Goods StoreHome Repair ContractorMasonry ContractorEducationKindergartenPrimary and elementary schoolsReligious SchoolYeshivaCultural CenterEvent managementGraphic DesignerPhotography StudioRecording StudioBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsCatererCoffee ShopFast food restaurantsGrocery stores and supermarketsIce Cream ShopPizzaPizza DeliveryRestaurantsExterminators and pest controlFurniture storesBanksAlternative medicineDental ClinicDentistsMedical clinicBarbersBeauticianBeauty salonsBeauty & Skin CareEvent VenueHair SalonManicures and pedicuresAdvertising AgencyBack OfficeBusiness Management ConsultantBusiness to Business ServiceConsulting & Advisory ServicesMeeting Planning ServicePrint ShopResearch InstituteApartment BuildingReal Estate AgencyReal Estate AgentsReal Estate ConsultantComputer storesCosmetics StoreDepartment storesFloristsGift ShopNovelty StorePharmacyReligious Goods StoreRetail of Jewelry, Watches & Precious MetalsShoppingShopping MallShopping otherSupermarketBicyclesGymPublic parksBus StationBus StopTaxis
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Ofakim
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Google Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping | 30 | 4 |
| Research, development and testing services | 29 | 3.8 |
| Health and medical | 21 | 4.3 |
| Education | 18 | 4.1 |
| Religion | 14 | 4.5 |
| Synagogues | 14 | 4.5 |
| Concert halls and theaters | 10 | 4 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 7 | 4.5 |
| Restaurants | 6 | 3.9 |
| Gas station | 5 | 3.7 |
| Public administration | 5 | 3.7 |
| Loan companies | 5 | 3 |
Ofakim Facts
| Area | 10.1 km² |
| Population | 9,077 |
| Male Population | 4,549 (50.1%) |
| Female Population | 4,528 (49.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +145.1% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +27.2% |
| Median Age | 26.6 years (Male: 26.1, Female: 27.2) |
| Area Codes | 8 |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Israel Daylight Time |
| Lat & Lng | 31.31410, 34.62025 |
| Postal Codes | 87510, 87511, 87513, 87514, 87516, More |
Map of Ofakim
Interactive Map
Ofakim Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,703 | 5,333 | 7,137 | 8,123 | 9,077 |
| Population Density | 365.7 / km² | 526.7 / km² | 704.9 / km² | 802.3 / km² | 896.5 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Ofakim Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 13.8% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofakim | +119.4% | +52.3% | +13.8% |
| Southern District (Israel) | +134.7% | +73.8% | +31% |
| Israel | +141.5% | +78.8% | +33.8% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Ofakim Median Age
Median Age: 26.6 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofakim | 26.6 yrs | 27.2 yrs | 26.1 yrs |
| Southern District (Israel) | 27.7 yrs | 28.8 yrs | 26.7 yrs |
| Israel | 29.5 yrs | 30.6 yrs | 28.5 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Ofakim Population Density
Population Density: 897 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofakim | 9,077 | 10.1 km² | 897 / km² |
| Southern District (Israel) | 1.1 million | 14,450.3 km² | 78 / km² |
| Israel | 8.3 million | 22,078 km² | 374 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Ofakim Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Ofakim
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Ofakim
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Ofakim CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofakim | 94,423 tn | 10.4 tn | 9,325.8 tons/km² |
| Southern District (Israel) | 11,654,295 tn | 10.35 tn | 806.5 tons/km² |
| Israel | 81,985,471 tn | 9.92 tn | 3,713.4 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Ofakim CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 94,423 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 10.4 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 9,325.8 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | Medium (4) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/30/15 | 2:39 AM | 4.2 | 82.1 km | 13,000 m | 24km NNE of `En Boqeq, Israel | usgs.gov |
| 12/2/07 | 7:38 AM | 4 | 96.2 km | 10,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 11/23/07 | 10:19 PM | 4.4 | 67.7 km | 11,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 11/20/07 | 9:18 AM | 4.6 | 97.9 km | 10,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 2/9/07 | 10:14 PM | 4.5 | 83.2 km | 15,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 2/9/07 | 10:12 PM | 4 | 95.1 km | 2,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 10/3/05 | 4:05 AM | 4.4 | 98.6 km | 10,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 3/15/04 | 11:49 PM | 4.3 | 87.7 km | 12,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 2/11/04 | 8:15 AM | 5.3 | 97.1 km | 26,700 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
| 8/2/93 | 11:16 PM | 4.1 | 63.2 km | 10,000 m | Dead Sea region | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Ofakim
Ofakim (Hebrew: אֳפָקִים), (lit. "horizons") is a city in southern Israel, 20 kilometers west of Beersheba. It was founded as a development town on April 19, 1955. In 2012, Ofakim had a population of 24,634. The mayor is Zvika Greengold.
Ofakim Wikipedia Page
About Our Data
The data on this page is estimated using a number of publicly available tools and resources. It is provided without warranty, and could contain inaccuracies. Use at your own risk.