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Biakou, Ivory Coast

Gôh-Djiboua · 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast

Biakou is a small town in Gôh-Djiboua, Ivory Coast with a population of 3,914. Elevation: 745 ft (227 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
3,914 Population
745 ft Elevation 227 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
57.4 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

Population3,914
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI20 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband40.7%
Population3,914
Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Coordinates6.3417°, -5.8368°
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan
Country🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / ProvinceGôh-Djiboua
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation57.4 inches (1,459 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Biakou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biakou 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. Biakou 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

Biakou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Biakou has a population of 3,914. 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

3,914
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Biakou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Biakou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biakou 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: Biakou 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 Biakou, 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: Biakou 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

Biakou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 57.4 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 745 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.4 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median20.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.0%

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Coordinates6.3417°N, 5.8368°W
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
June 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 3.4 in
August 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 6.4 in
October 78°F (25°C) 5.4 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in

Biakou has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 76°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.7").

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 Biakou

What is the population of Biakou?

Biakou has a population of 3,914 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 Biakou expensive to live in?

Biakou 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 Biakou?

Biakou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Biakou?

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

How are the schools in Biakou?

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

How healthy is Biakou?

The obesity rate in Biakou 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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