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Aleg, Mauritania

Brakna · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Aleg is a small city in Brakna, Mauritania with a population of 19,183. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
19,183 Population 566/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population19,183
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density566/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population19,183
Population Density566 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates17.0531°, -13.9131°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceBrakna
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (171 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Aleg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aleg receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Aleg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aleg has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Aleg has a population of 19,183 with a density of 566 people per square mile, spread across 33.9 square miles. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,183
Total Population
566
People / sq mi
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
33.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Aleg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aleg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aleg is N/A. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Aleg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Aleg, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Aleg has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average85.3°F
58% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area33.9 sq mi (87.9 km²)
Population Density566/sq mi
Coordinates17.0531°N, 13.9131°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.3 in Warmest
July 90°F (32°C) 1.4 in
August 88°F (31°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 89°F (32°C) 2.0 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.2 in
November 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Aleg has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 74°F in January to 93°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and March the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density566/sq mi
Total Area33.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Aleg

What is the population of Aleg?

Aleg has a population of 19,183 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 566 people per square mile, spread across 33.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Aleg expensive to live in?

Aleg is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Aleg?

Aleg has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Aleg?

The job market in Aleg faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Aleg?

6.0% of adults in Aleg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Aleg?

The obesity rate in Aleg is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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