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Afgooye, Somalia

Lower Shabeelle · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Afgooye is a mid-size city in Lower Shabeelle, Somalia with a population of 65,461. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
65,461 Population
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu Timezone
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population65,461
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population65,461
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates2.1381°, 45.1212°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceLower Shabeelle
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (538 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Afgooye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Afgooye receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Afgooye faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Afgooye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Afgooye has a population of 65,461. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

65,461
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Afgooye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Afgooye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Afgooye is N/A. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Afgooye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Afgooye, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Afgooye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.2 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates2.1381°N, 45.1212°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 83°F (29°C) 0.4 in
April 84°F (29°C) 3.7 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in
July 78°F (25°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in

Afgooye has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 78°F in July to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.1").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Afgooye

What is the population of Afgooye?

Afgooye has a population of 65,461 residents and is located in Somalia.. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Afgooye expensive to live in?

Afgooye is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Afgooye?

Afgooye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Afgooye?

The job market in Afgooye faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Afgooye?

3.0% of adults in Afgooye hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Afgooye?

The obesity rate in Afgooye is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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