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Balanbale, Somalia

Galguduud · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Balanbale is a mid-size city in Galguduud, Somalia with a population of 68,000. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
68,000 Population
1,083 ft Elevation 330 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
10.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa 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

Population68,000
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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population68,000
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates5.7690°, 45.7630°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceGalguduud
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation10.6 inches (268 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Balanbale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balanbale 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. Balanbale 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

Balanbale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Balanbale has a population of 68,000. 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

68,000
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Balanbale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balanbale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balanbale 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: Balanbale 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 Balanbale, 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: Balanbale 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

Balanbale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°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 10.6 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 1,083 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates5.7690°N, 45.7630°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
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

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