Categories in Shinas
Auto Parts StoreCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationFarmingClothing storesJewelers and watchesLaundry ServiceShoe storesWomen's clothingMobile phone storesGovernment OfficeMosquesPost OfficeReligionCell phone accessory storeElectronics StoreBuilding Materials StoreConstruction of buildingsConstruction of housesHome Goods StoreHousing DevelopmentEducationTourist AttractionBakeriesButcherCafesCandy storesCoffee ShopFast food restaurantsGrocery stores and supermarketsIce Cream ShopRestaurantsNurseries and garden suppliesRepair ServiceTailorAtm'sBanksInvestment BankCemeteryHospitalsMedical clinicBarbersBeauty salonsHair SalonApartment BuildingApartment ComplexCountry HouseHousing Complex
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Shinas
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Apartments | 98 |
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Cafes | 57 |
| Mosques | 56 |
| Shopping | 52 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 25 |
| Clothing stores | 23 |
| Other accommodation | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
Shinas Facts
| Area | 956.1 km² |
| Population | 37,758 |
| Male Population | 22,292 (59.0%) |
| Female Population | 15,466 (41.0%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +614.4% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +63.6% |
| Median Age | 26.8 years (Male: 28.1, Female: 24.4) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $41,543 (2022) |
| Neighborhoods | الفرفارة, Shinas Souq, Al Omani, Al Mukhamarah, Al Ghawabi |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Gulf Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 24.74333, 56.46583 |
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Shinas Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,285 | 15,445 | 23,086 | 57,972 | 37,758 | 32,234 | 28,487 |
| Population Density | 5.5 / km² | 16.2 / km² | 24.1 / km² | 60.6 / km² | 39.5 / km² | 33.7 / km² | 29.8 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridShinas Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 63.6% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinas | +614.4% | +144.5% | +63.6% |
| Oman | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Shinas Median Age
Median Age: 26.8 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinas | 26.8 yrs | 24.4 yrs | 28.1 yrs |
| Oman | 28.1 yrs | 25.4 yrs | 29.4 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Shinas Population Density
Population Density: 39.5 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinas | 37,758 | 956.1 km² | 39.5 / km² |
| Oman | 4.4 million | 308,618.3 km² | 14.2 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Shinas 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.
Neighborhoods in Shinas
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Shinas
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Shinas
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Shinas
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
Shinas Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $17,521 | $36,394 | $35,802 | $35,584 | $40,059 | $33,438 | $37,836 | $41,543 |
| Total GDP | $264.1M | $512.1M | $586.9M | $663.7M | $993.4M | $1.1B | $1B | $1.1B |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Shinas CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinas | 349,936 tn | 9.27 tn | 366 tons/km² |
| Oman | 39,510,128 tn | 8.99 tn | 128 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
Shinas CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 349,936 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 9.27 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 366 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Earthquake | High (7.2) |
* 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/12 | 4:13 PM | 4.5 | 52.7 km | 25,100 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
| 5/10/09 | 1:07 AM | 4.4 | 92.7 km | 34,500 m | near the coast of southeastern Iran | usgs.gov |
| 5/7/09 | 10:44 PM | 5 | 96.4 km | 38,600 m | near the coast of southeastern Iran | usgs.gov |
| 2/12/08 | 12:02 PM | 4 | 65.1 km | 10,000 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
| 2/2/08 | 9:25 PM | 3.8 | 49.5 km | 10,000 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
| 9/13/07 | 3:47 PM | 4.7 | 83.8 km | 14,100 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
| 3/10/07 | 6:15 PM | 4.2 | 66.2 km | 10,000 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
| 3/11/02 | 8:06 PM | 5 | 63.5 km | 10,000 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
| 1/9/02 | 2:02 PM | 4.3 | 42.6 km | 10,000 m | near the coast of Oman | usgs.gov |
| 9/22/01 | 6:40 PM | 3.7 | 88.8 km | 10,000 m | Oman - United Arab Emirates region | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Shinas
Shinas (شناص in Arabic), population 43,312 as of 2005[1], is a coastal town in northern Oman, near the border between Oman and United Arab Emirates. has a distinctive collection of traditional buildings. The port of Shinas has dhows that are still o..
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