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Barkéwol, Mauritania

Assaba · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Barkéwol is a small town in Assaba, Mauritania with a population of 3,622. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 87°F (31°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
3,622 Population
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 31°C
8.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott Timezone
$2,136 Median Income
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$2,136 median income, 10.3% unemployment
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,136
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population3,622
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,136
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (31°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population3,622
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates16.6404°, -12.4985°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAssaba
Average Temperature87°F (31°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation8.4 inches (213 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,136
Median Age22.1 years

Is Barkéwol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barkéwol receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Barkéwol faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barkéwol is $2,136, 97% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Barkéwol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Barkéwol has a population of 3,622. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,622
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Barkéwol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barkéwol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barkéwol is $2,136, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Barkéwol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,136
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Barkéwol, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Barkéwol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (31°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 8.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average86.9°F
61% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.4 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates16.6404°N, 12.4985°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
April 92°F (33°C) 0.2 in
May 96°F (36°C) 0.1 in Warmest
June 96°F (35°C) 0.6 in
July 91°F (33°C) 1.8 in
August 89°F (31°C) 2.9 in Wettest
September 89°F (32°C) 2.2 in
October 90°F (32°C) 0.3 in
November 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Barkéwol has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 75°F in January to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Barkéwol

What is the population of Barkéwol?

Barkéwol has a population of 3,622 residents and is located in Mauritania.. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Barkéwol expensive to live in?

Barkéwol is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,136, 97% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Barkéwol?

Barkéwol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Barkéwol?

The job market in Barkéwol faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Barkéwol?

6.0% of adults in Barkéwol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Barkéwol?

The obesity rate in Barkéwol is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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