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Booué, Gabon

Ogooué-Ivindo · 🇬🇦 Gabon

Booué is a small city in Ogooué-Ivindo, Gabon with a population of 7,259. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
7,259 Population
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
63.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Libreville Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.0%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.2%
460% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

People

Population7,259
Median Age22.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,803
Unemployment20.2%
Poverty3.8%

Health

Obesity21.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking10.8%
Depression17.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband71.9%
Population7,259
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates-0.0921°, 11.9385°
TimezoneAfrica/Libreville
Country🇬🇦 Gabon
State / ProvinceOgooué-Ivindo
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation63.0 inches (1,600 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.0 years

Is Booué a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Booué receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Booué has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 20.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Booué has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Booué has a population of 7,259. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,259
Total Population
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Booué vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Booué vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Booué is N/A. The unemployment rate is 20.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Booué vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.2%
460% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living38.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Booué, 21.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% are current smokers. 17.6% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.0%
35% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
High Blood Pressure37.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.9%
Depression17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Booué has an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. The area enjoys 222 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.0 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood
Good Days %86.6%

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates-0.0921°N, 11.9385°W
TimezoneAfrica/Libreville
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 71.9% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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