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Basseknou, Mauritania

Hodh Ech Chargi · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Basseknou is a small city in Hodh Ech Chargi, Mauritania with a population of 12,232. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
12,232 Population
909 ft Elevation 277 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 29°C
9.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott 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 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

Population12,232
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (29°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain9.6 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population12,232
Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Coordinates15.8665°, -5.9460°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceHodh Ech Chargi
Average Temperature85°F (29°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation9.6 inches (244 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Basseknou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basseknou receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Basseknou faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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

Basseknou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Basseknou has a population of 12,232. 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

12,232
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Basseknou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Basseknou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basseknou is N/A. 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: Basseknou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Basseknou, 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: Basseknou 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

Basseknou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 9.6 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 909 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average84.7°F
57% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.6 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Coordinates15.8665°N, 5.9460°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.2 in
May 94°F (35°C) 0.3 in Warmest
June 93°F (34°C) 0.9 in
July 88°F (31°C) 2.7 in
August 85°F (30°C) 3.3 in Wettest
September 87°F (30°C) 1.7 in
October 88°F (31°C) 0.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Basseknou has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 73°F in January to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 9.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") 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 Basseknou

What is the population of Basseknou?

Basseknou has a population of 12,232 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 Basseknou expensive to live in?

Basseknou is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Basseknou?

Basseknou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Basseknou?

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

How are the schools in Basseknou?

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

How healthy is Basseknou?

The obesity rate in Basseknou 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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