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Beledweyne, Somalia

Hiiraan · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Beledweyne is a mid-size city in Hiiraan, Somalia with a population of 55,410. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
55,410 Population 5,977/sq mi density
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu 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

Population55,410
Median Age19.1 yrs
Density5,977/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population55,410
Population Density5,977 / sq mi
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates4.7358°, 45.2036°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceHiiraan
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (301 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Beledweyne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beledweyne 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. Beledweyne 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

Beledweyne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Beledweyne has a population of 55,410 with a density of 5,977 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. 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

55,410
Total Population
5,977
People / sq mi
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Beledweyne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Beledweyne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beledweyne 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: Beledweyne 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 Beledweyne, 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: Beledweyne 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

Beledweyne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 11.9 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 597 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average83.1°F
54% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²)
Population Density5,977/sq mi
Coordinates4.7358°N, 45.2036°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.9 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 83°F (29°C) 0.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 3.1 in Wettest
November 83°F (28°C) 1.5 in
December 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in

Beledweyne has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 81°F in August to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 11.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.0").

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

Population Density5,977/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Beledweyne

What is the population of Beledweyne?

Beledweyne has a population of 55,410 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 5,977 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Beledweyne expensive to live in?

Beledweyne is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Beledweyne?

Beledweyne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Beledweyne?

The job market in Beledweyne faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Beledweyne?

3.0% of adults in Beledweyne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Beledweyne?

The obesity rate in Beledweyne is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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