Balala, Ivory Coast

Bachelor's+ 6.0%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 11.6%

64% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.3%

36% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.9%

69% higher than US avg

People

Population782

Median Age18.9 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$2,592

Unemployment2.3%

Poverty20.9%

Health

Obesity11.6%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking5.7%

Depression12.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)

AQI20 (Good)

Rain56.9 in/yr

Sunny Days233/yr

Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband40.7%

Population	782
Elevation	1,529 ft (466 m)
Coordinates	9.4428°, -7.9846°
Timezone	Africa/Abidjan
Country	🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / Province	Denguélé District
Average Temperature	78°F (25°C)
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	56.9 inches (1,444 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	18.9 years

Is Balala a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 20.9% 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%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Balala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Balala has a population of 782. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 46.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

782

Total Population

18.9yrs

Median Age

51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%

Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Balala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Balala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balala is N/A. Per capita income is $2,592 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Balala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$2,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.3%
	36% below US avg
Poverty Rate	20.9%
	69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	35.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Balala, 11.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.3% have high blood pressure. 5.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 12.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	11.6%
	64% below US avg
Diabetes	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	37.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	5.7%
	59% below US avg
Binge Drinking	4.5%
Depression	12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	46.0%

Food & Exercise

Balala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,529 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	77.6°F
	44% above US avg
January Average	75°F (24°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	233 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.9 inches
	50% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	20.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.0%

Geography

Elevation	1,529 ft (466 m)
Coordinates	9.4428°N, 7.9846°W
Timezone	Africa/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	75°F (24°C)	0.1 in	Driest
February	80°F (26°C)	0.5 in
March	82°F (28°C)	1.5 in	Warmest
April	82°F (28°C)	3.0 in
May	81°F (27°C)	4.9 in
June	78°F (25°C)	6.6 in
July	76°F (24°C)	10.8 in
August	75°F (24°C)	12.6 in	Wettest
September	76°F (24°C)	10.1 in
October	77°F (25°C)	5.3 in
November	77°F (25°C)	1.1 in
December	74°F (23°C)	0.2 in	Coldest

Balala has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 74°F in December to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.6") and January the driest (0.1").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 40.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.0%
	82% below US avg
High School+	50.0%

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	40.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Balala

What is the population of Balala?

Balala has a population of 782 residents and is located in Ivory Coast.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Balala expensive to live in?

Balala is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Balala?

Balala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Balala?

The job market in Balala is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Balala?

6.0% of adults in Balala hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Balala?

The obesity rate in Balala is 11.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.7% of adults are smokers. 12.7% of residents report depression.

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