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Bessaboua, Ivory Coast

Gôh-Djiboua · 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast

Bessaboua is a small town in Gôh-Djiboua, Ivory Coast with a population of 939. Elevation: 797 ft (243 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
939 Population
797 ft Elevation 243 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Abidjan 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 11.6%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

People

Population939
Median Age18.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,592
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty20.9%

Health

Obesity11.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking5.7%
Depression12.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI20 (Good)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation797 ft (243 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband40.7%
Population939
Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Coordinates6.1226°, -5.6439°
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan
Country🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / ProvinceGôh-Djiboua
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,732 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Bessaboua a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 20.9% 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%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bessaboua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Bessaboua has a population of 939. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 46.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

939
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bessaboua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bessaboua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bessaboua is N/A. Per capita income is $2,592 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bessaboua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bessaboua, 11.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 37.3% have high blood pressure. 5.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 12.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.6%
64% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.7%
59% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Depression12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate46.0%

Food & Exercise

Bessaboua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 797 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.2 inches
79% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median20.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.0%

Geography

Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Coordinates6.1226°N, 5.6439°W
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
March 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in
April 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in
May 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 3.1 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
September 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
October 78°F (25°C) 5.0 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.8 in
December 78°F (25°C) 1.4 in

Bessaboua has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 74°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.9").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 40.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bessaboua

What is the population of Bessaboua?

Bessaboua has a population of 939 residents and is located in Ivory Coast.. The median age of residents is 18.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Bessaboua expensive to live in?

Bessaboua is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bessaboua?

Bessaboua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Bessaboua?

The job market in Bessaboua is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bessaboua?

6.0% of adults in Bessaboua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bessaboua?

The obesity rate in Bessaboua is 11.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 5.7% of adults are smokers. 12.7% of residents report depression.

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