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Atar, Mauritania

Adrar · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Atar is a mid-size city in Adrar, Mauritania with a population of 31,133. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
31,133 Population 402/sq mi density
630 ft Elevation 192 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
2.3 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

Population31,133
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density402/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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain2.3 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population31,133
Population Density402 / sq mi
Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates20.5188°, -13.0464°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAdrar
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation2.3 inches (59 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Atar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atar 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. Atar 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

Atar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Atar has a population of 31,133 with a density of 402 people per square mile, spread across 77.5 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

31,133
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
77.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Atar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Atar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atar 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: Atar 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 Atar, 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: Atar 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

Atar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 332 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 2.3 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 630 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 94°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average82.7°F
53% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.3 inches
94% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Area77.5 sq mi (200.8 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates20.5188°N, 13.0464°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 93°F (34°C) 0.1 in
July 94°F (34°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 94°F (34°C) 0.7 in
September 92°F (33°C) 0.9 in Wettest
October 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in

Atar has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 68°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (0.9") and May 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 Density402/sq mi
Total Area77.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Atar

What is the population of Atar?

Atar has a population of 31,133 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 402 people per square mile, spread across 77.5 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 Atar expensive to live in?

Atar 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 Atar?

Atar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Atar?

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

How are the schools in Atar?

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

How healthy is Atar?

The obesity rate in Atar 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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