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Bolama, Guinea-Bissau

Bolama · 🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau

Bolama is a small city in Bolama, Guinea-Bissau with a population of 10,769. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
10,769 Population 429/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
75.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bissau 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 11.5%
64% lower than US avg

People

Population10,769
Median Age18.4 yrs
Density429/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$988
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity11.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.9%
Depression12.2%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI113 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain75.5 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband32.5%
Population10,769
Population Density429 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates11.5769°, -15.4761°
TimezoneAfrica/Bissau
Country🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau
State / ProvinceBolama
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation75.5 inches (1,917 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.4 years

Is Bolama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolama receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Bolama faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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

Bolama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 113.

Bolama has a population of 10,769 with a density of 429 people per square mile. The median age is 18.4 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,769
Total Population
429
People / sq mi
18.4yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
25.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bolama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolama is N/A.

Income: Bolama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$988

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bolama, 11.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% are current smokers. 12.2% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.5%
64% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.9%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.2%
Depression12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.0%

Food & Exercise

Bolama has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.5 inches. The area enjoys 234 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 113.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.5 inches
99% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median113.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %42.4%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area25.1 sq mi (65.0 km²)
Population Density429/sq mi
Coordinates11.5769°N, 15.4761°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bissau
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 32.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density429/sq mi
Total Area25.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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