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Am Timan, Chad

Salamat · 🇹🇩 Chad

Am Timan is a mid-size city in Salamat, Chad with a population of 74,691. Elevation: 1,447 ft (441 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
74,691 Population
1,447 ft Elevation 441 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Ndjamena 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 6.7%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
71% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.5%
219% higher than US avg

People

Population74,691
Median Age16.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$949
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty39.5%

Health

Obesity6.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression10.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI180 (Unhealthy)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+30.6%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband13.2%
Population74,691
Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Coordinates11.0433°, 20.2834°
TimezoneAfrica/Ndjamena
Country🇹🇩 Chad
State / ProvinceSalamat
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (800 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.7 years

Is Am Timan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 39.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Am Timan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 180.

Am Timan has a population of 74,691. The median age is 16.7 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 2.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 26.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

74,691
Total Population
16.7yrs
Median Age
57% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Am Timan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Am Timan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Am Timan is N/A. Per capita income is $949 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Am Timan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
71% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.5%
219% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Am Timan, 6.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.9% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 3.0% report binge drinking. 10.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Am Timan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.7%
79% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.0%
Depression10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate26.0%

Food & Exercise

Am Timan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 180 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 9% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,447 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median180.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %8.7%

Geography

Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Coordinates11.0433°N, 20.2834°W
TimezoneAfrica/Ndjamena

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.7 in Warmest
May 88°F (31°C) 2.5 in
June 83°F (29°C) 4.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 9.2 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Am Timan has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 77°F in December to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school. 13.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+30.6%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Am Timan

What is the population of Am Timan?

Am Timan has a population of 74,691 residents and is located in Chad.. The median age of residents is 16.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Am Timan expensive to live in?

Am Timan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Am Timan?

Am Timan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 180.

How is the job market in Am Timan?

The job market in Am Timan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Am Timan?

3.0% of adults in Am Timan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school.

How healthy is Am Timan?

The obesity rate in Am Timan is 6.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 10.7% of residents report depression.

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