Choose Country

Banigbé, Benin

Plateau · 🇧🇯 Benin

Banigbé is a mid-size city in Plateau, Benin with a population of 31,984. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
31,984 Population
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

People

Population31,984
Median Age17.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,394
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty27.2%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.4%
Depression19.3%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI75 (Moderate)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+51.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband32.2%
Population31,984
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates6.6476°, 2.7070°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvincePlateau
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.2 years

Is Banigbé a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 27.2% 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%. 51.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Banigbé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 75.

Banigbé has a population of 31,984. The median age is 17.2 years, 56% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.2% male. 3.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 38.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

31,984
Total Population
17.2yrs
Median Age
56% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Banigbé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Banigbé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Banigbé is N/A. Per capita income is $1,394 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Banigbé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Banigbé, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.2% have high blood pressure. 4.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.0% report binge drinking. 76.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.3% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.4%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.0%
Physical Inactivity76.0%
Depression19.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate38.0%

Food & Exercise

Banigbé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 75 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 68% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median75.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %67.5%

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates6.6476°N, 2.7070°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
March 84°F (29°C) 3.4 in Warmest
April 83°F (29°C) 4.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
June 80°F (26°C) 10.6 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
August 78°F (25°C) 2.4 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.7 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in

Banigbé has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 78°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.6") 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%. 51.4% have completed high school. 32.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+51.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Banigbé

What is the population of Banigbé?

Banigbé has a population of 31,984 residents and is located in Benin.. The median age of residents is 17.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.2% male.

Is Banigbé expensive to live in?

Banigbé is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Banigbé?

Banigbé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 75.

How is the job market in Banigbé?

The job market in Banigbé is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Banigbé?

6.0% of adults in Banigbé hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Banigbé?

The obesity rate in Banigbé is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.4% of adults are smokers. 76.0% are physically inactive. 19.3% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Idiroko 7,487 pop · 3.0 mi Sakété 43,541 pop · 7.0 mi Avrankou 20,326 pop · 7.4 mi Adjarra 24,132 pop · 8.3 mi Missérété 41,657 pop · 10.1 mi Zounké 8,326 pop · 12.4 mi Porto-Novo 264,320 pop · 12.6 mi Ado-Odo 15,442 pop · 16.5 mi Badagry 26,383 pop · 20.0 mi Semi 23,636 pop · 20.4 mi Ekpé 75,313 pop · 21.2 mi Pobé 49,232 pop · 23.2 mi Zinvié 18,157 pop · 24.1 mi Ganvié 20,000 pop · 25.0 mi
Compare Banigbé with another city: