Bachelor's+ 6.0%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 14.9%

54% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.6%

0% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 26.7%

115% higher than US avg

People

Population74,050

Median Age18.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$1,720

Unemployment3.6%

Poverty26.7%

Health

Obesity14.9%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking4.1%

Depression22.4%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)

AQI65 (Moderate)

Rain63.2 in/yr

Sunny Days221/yr

Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+72.6%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband41.9%

Population	74,050
Elevation	1,575 ft (480 m)
Coordinates	4.7500°, 11.2333°
Timezone	Africa/Douala
Country	🇨🇲 Cameroon
State / Province	Centre
Average Temperature	77°F (25°C)
January Average	78°F (25°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	63.2 inches (1,604 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	18.5 years

Is Bafia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bafia receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bafia faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bafia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 65.

Bafia has a population of 74,050. The median age is 18.5 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

74,050

Total Population

18.5yrs

Median Age

52% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%

Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bafia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Bafia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bafia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bafia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$1,720

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.6%
	0% below US avg
Poverty Rate	26.7%
	115% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	32.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bafia, 14.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.1% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	14.9%
	54% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	36.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	4.1%
	71% below US avg
Binge Drinking	8.0%
Depression	22.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	48.0%

Food & Exercise

Bafia has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.2 inches. The area enjoys 221 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 65.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	77.3°F
	43% above US avg
January Average	78°F (25°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	63.2 inches
	66% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	65.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	75.1%

Geography

Elevation	1,575 ft (480 m)
Coordinates	4.7500°N, 11.2333°W
Timezone	Africa/Douala

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 41.9% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.0%
	82% below US avg
High School+	72.6%

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	41.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Bafia, Cameroon

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Is Bafia a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bafia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bafia vs U.S. Average

Income: Bafia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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