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Baidoa, Somalia

Bay · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Baidoa is a large city in Bay, Somalia with a population of 129,839. Elevation: 1,447 ft (441 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
129,839 Population
1,447 ft Elevation 441 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
16.6 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

Population129,839
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)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population129,839
Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Coordinates3.1138°, 43.6498°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceBay
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation16.6 inches (421 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Baidoa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baidoa 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. Baidoa 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

Baidoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Baidoa has a population of 129,839. 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

129,839
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Baidoa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Baidoa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baidoa 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: Baidoa 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 Baidoa, 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: Baidoa 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

Baidoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.6 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 1,447 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Coordinates3.1138°N, 43.6498°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
February 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.7 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
June 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in

Baidoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 76°F in July to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (0.0").

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 Baidoa

What is the population of Baidoa?

Baidoa has a population of 129,839 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 Baidoa expensive to live in?

Baidoa 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 Baidoa?

Baidoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Baidoa?

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

How are the schools in Baidoa?

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

How healthy is Baidoa?

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

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