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Bandundu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Kwilu · 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo

Bandundu Province is a large city in Kwilu, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 202,904. Elevation: 1,056 ft (322 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
202,904 Population 2,367/sq mi density
1,056 ft Elevation 322 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
61.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kinshasa Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 6.6%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
23% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 85.3%
588% higher than US avg

People

Population202,904
Median Age16.9 yrs
Density2,367/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$660
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty85.3%

Health

Obesity6.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.1%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI174 (Unhealthy)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband30.6%
Population202,904
Population Density2,367 / sq mi
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Coordinates-3.3169°, 17.3806°
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceKwilu
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation61.6 inches (1,564 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age16.9 years

Is Bandundu Province a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bandundu Province 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. Bandundu Province faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 85.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bandundu Province has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 174.

Bandundu Province has a population of 202,904 with a density of 2,367 people per square mile, spread across 85.7 square miles. The median age is 16.9 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 41.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

202,904
Total Population
2,367
People / sq mi
16.9yrs
Median Age
57% below US avg
85.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bandundu Province vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bandundu Province vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bandundu Province is N/A. Per capita income is $660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 85.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bandundu Province vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
23% above US avg
Poverty Rate85.3%
588% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bandundu Province, 6.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 34.3% have high blood pressure. 9.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.0% report binge drinking. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bandundu Province vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.6%
79% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.1%
35% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.0%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate41.0%

Food & Exercise

Bandundu Province has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 174 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 11% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,056 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.6 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median174.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %11.0%

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area85.7 sq mi (222.0 km²)
Population Density2,367/sq mi
Coordinates-3.3169°N, 17.3806°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 30.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,367/sq mi
Total Area85.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Mushie 61,336 pop · 37.8 mi Nioki 62,153 pop · 46.4 mi Kutu 56,061 pop · 66.9 mi Ngabé 2,508 pop · 83.6 mi
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