Categories in Homs
Alternative Fuel StationAuto Electrical ServiceAuto Parts MarketAuto Parts StoreBattery StoreCar rentalCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationGeneral Auto Parts & AccessoriesMechanicMotorcycle repairNew car dealersAluminium Products ManufacturerAluminum SupplierBlacksmithBuilding Materials SupplierChemical & Related Products WholesaleClothing WholesalerCommercial PrinterComputer WholesalerElectrical Appliance WholesalerElectrical Supply WholesaleElectronics WholesalerFarmingFood Seasoning ManufacturerGeneral Food ManufacturingHandicraftImport Export CompanyIndustrial & Construction ManufacturingIndustrial Equipment SupplierMachine Repair ServiceMedical Equipment SupplierPharmaceutical CompanyPottery ManufacturerSpecialized Product ManufacturingWholesale of Clothing & ApparelWholesale of construction suppliesWholesale of metalsWholesale of Textiles & Raw MaterialsWholesalersBoot StoreChildren and baby clothingClothing storesFabric StoreFashion Accessories StoreJewelers and watchesLaundry ServiceMen's clothing
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Homs
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Shopping | 601 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 425 |
| Clothing stores | 377 |
| Education | 355 |
| Restaurants | 330 |
| Electronics stores | 312 |
| Apartments | 302 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 231 |
| Cafes | 210 |
| Mosques | 172 |
| Beauty salons | 140 |
Homs Facts
| Area | 22.4 km² |
| Population | 255,555 |
| Male Population | 131,655 (51.5%) |
| Female Population | 123,900 (48.5%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +80.6% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +5.9% |
| Median Age | 21.7 years (Male: 21.6, Female: 21.9) |
| Area Codes | 31 |
| Neighborhoods | Al Ghouta, El Waer, Al Inshaat, Al Mahatta, Old Homs |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | GMT+03:00 |
| Lat & Lng | 34.72682, 36.72339 |
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Homs Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 141,502 | 209,878 | 241,392 | 236,514 | 255,555 |
| Population Density | 6,324.1 / km² | 9,380 / km² | 10,788.5 / km² | 10,570.5 / km² | 11,421.5 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Homs Population change from 2000 to 2015
Decrease of 2% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homs | +67.1% | +12.7% | -2% |
| Homs Governorate | +128% | +42.4% | +10.2% |
| Syria | +144.1% | +48.6% | +13.2% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Homs Median Age
Median Age: 21.7 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homs | 21.7 yrs | 21.9 yrs | 21.6 yrs |
| Homs Governorate | 21.8 yrs | 21.9 yrs | 21.6 yrs |
| Syria | 21.7 yrs | 21.9 yrs | 21.6 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Homs Population Density
Population Density: 11,422 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homs | 255,555 | 22.4 km² | 11,422 / km² |
| Homs Governorate | 1.6 million | 42,750.6 km² | 36.3 / km² |
| Syria | 18.5 million | 186,344 km² | 99.4 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Homs Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1810 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.
Neighborhoods in Homs
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Homs
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Homs
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Homs
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
Homs CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homs | 417,564 tn | 1.63 tn | 18,662.1 tons/km² |
| Homs Governorate | 2,574,422 tn | 1.66 tn | 60.2 tons/km² |
| Syria | 30,828,133 tn | 1.66 tn | 165.4 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
Homs CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 417,564 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 1.63 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 18,662.1 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Drought | High (9) |
| Flood | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | Medium (5.8) |
* 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, and International Research Institute for Climate and Society - IRI - Columbia University. 2005. Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4VX0DFT.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/29/19 | 12:07 PM | 3.4 | 79.8 km | 10,000 m | 16km ESE of Bcharre, Lebanon | usgs.gov |
| 1/27/05 | 12:16 PM | 4.1 | 85.4 km | 10,000 m | Syria | usgs.gov |
| 2/8/04 | 11:21 AM | 4 | 82.8 km | 10,000 m | Lebanon - Syria region | usgs.gov |
| 9/8/02 | 7:57 PM | 4.2 | 73.2 km | 9,800 m | Syria | usgs.gov |
| 3/10/93 | 5:17 PM | 3.3 | 85.4 km | 10,000 m | Lebanon - Syria region | usgs.gov |
| 3/9/92 | 7:54 PM | 4.2 | 79.3 km | 5,000 m | Lebanon - Syria region | usgs.gov |
| 2/26/92 | 2:05 AM | 3.2 | 52.4 km | 10,000 m | Syria | usgs.gov |
| 3/22/91 | 7:04 AM | 3 | 79.7 km | 10,000 m | Syria | usgs.gov |
| 2/27/91 | 1:29 PM | 3.6 | 29.6 km | 10,000 m | Lebanon - Syria region | usgs.gov |
| 6/19/88 | 2:00 AM | 3.4 | 88.2 km | 10,000 m | Lebanon - Syria region | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Homs
Homs (/hɔːms/; Arabic: حمص / ALA-LC: Ḥimṣ), previously known as Emesa (Greek: Ἔμεσα Emesa), is a city in western Syria and the capital of the Homs Governorate. It is 501 metres (1,644 ft) above sea level and is located 162 kilometres (101 mi) north ..
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