Balam, 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

Population1,339

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 (26°C)

AQI20 (Good)

Rain67.3 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband40.7%

Population	1,339
Elevation	876 ft (267 m)
Coordinates	6.5089°, -6.2924°
Timezone	Africa/Abidjan
Country	🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / Province	Sassandra-Marahoué
Average Temperature	78°F (26°C)
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation	67.3 inches (1,710 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	18.9 years

Is Balam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balam 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. Balam 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

Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 67.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Balam has a population of 1,339. 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

1,339

Total Population

18.9yrs

Median Age

51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%

Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Balam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Balam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balam 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: Balam 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 Balam, 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: Balam 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

Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 67.3 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 876 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	78.2°F
	45% above US avg
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	67.3 inches
	77% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	20.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.0%

Geography

Elevation	876 ft (267 m)
Coordinates	6.5089°N, 6.2924°W
Timezone	Africa/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	77°F (25°C)	0.6 in	Driest
February	81°F (27°C)	2.4 in
March	81°F (27°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
April	81°F (27°C)	5.5 in
May	79°F (26°C)	6.0 in
June	78°F (25°C)	6.1 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.6 in
August	76°F (24°C)	4.9 in	Coldest
September	77°F (25°C)	7.1 in	Wettest
October	78°F (25°C)	5.3 in
November	78°F (26°C)	2.2 in
December	77°F (25°C)	0.9 in

Balam has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.6").

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 Balam

What is the population of Balam?

Balam has a population of 1,339 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 Balam expensive to live in?

Balam 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 Balam?

Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Balam?

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

How are the schools in Balam?

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

How healthy is Balam?

The obesity rate in Balam 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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