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Bindi, Sierra Leone

Northern Province · 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

Bindi is a small town in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 3,188. Elevation: 1,243 ft (379 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
3,188 Population
1,243 ft Elevation 379 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
79.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown 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 7.1%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
13% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.5%
235% higher than US avg

People

Population3,188
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$758
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty41.5%

Health

Obesity7.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.3%
Depression12.9%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain79.6 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+50.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband20.6%
Population3,188
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Coordinates9.9138°, -11.4467°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation79.6 inches (2,021 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Bindi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bindi receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bindi faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Bindi has a population of 3,188. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,188
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bindi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bindi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bindi is N/A. Per capita income is $758 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bindi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
13% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.5%
235% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bindi, 7.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.8% have high blood pressure. 8.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.3% report binge drinking. 12.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.1%
78% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure40.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.3%
Depression12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Bindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,243 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.6 inches
109% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.4%

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Coordinates9.9138°N, 11.4467°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.2 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
June 78°F (25°C) 10.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 12.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 16.2 in Wettest
September 76°F (25°C) 14.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 10.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
December 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Bindi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 74°F in December to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 79.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.2") and January the driest (0.2").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 20.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+50.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bindi

What is the population of Bindi?

Bindi has a population of 3,188 residents and is located in Sierra Leone.. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Bindi expensive to live in?

Bindi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bindi?

Bindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Bindi?

Bindi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bindi?

3.0% of adults in Bindi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bindi?

The obesity rate in Bindi is 7.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.3% of adults are smokers. 12.9% of residents report depression.

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