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Bosaso, Somalia

Bari · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Bosaso is a mid-size city in Bari, Somalia with a population of 74,287. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
74,287 Population 16,045/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
0.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu 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 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population74,287
Median Age19.1 yrs
Density16,045/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain0.5 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population74,287
Population Density16,045 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates11.2842°, 49.1816°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceBari
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation0.5 inches (13 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Bosaso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bosaso receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bosaso faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bosaso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Bosaso has a population of 74,287 with a density of 16,045 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

74,287
Total Population
16,045
People / sq mi
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bosaso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bosaso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bosaso is N/A. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bosaso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bosaso, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Bosaso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 0.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 94°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average83.8°F
55% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.5 inches
99% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density16,045/sq mi
Coordinates11.2842°N, 49.1816°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in Wettest
May 87°F (30°C) 0.0 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in
July 94°F (34°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in
September 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Bosaso has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 76°F in December to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 0.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.2") and February the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16,045/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bosaso

What is the population of Bosaso?

Bosaso has a population of 74,287 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 16,045 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Bosaso expensive to live in?

Bosaso is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bosaso?

Bosaso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Bosaso?

The job market in Bosaso faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bosaso?

3.0% of adults in Bosaso hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bosaso?

The obesity rate in Bosaso is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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