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Bouafla, Ivory Coast

Sassandra-Marahoué · 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast

Bouafla is a small city in Sassandra-Marahoué, Ivory Coast with a population of 5,750. Elevation: 738 ft (225 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
5,750 Population
738 ft Elevation 225 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
49.2 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

Population5,750
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI20 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation738 ft (225 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband40.7%
Population5,750
Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Coordinates7.2522°, -5.8499°
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan
Country🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
State / ProvinceSassandra-Marahoué
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,248 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.9 years

Is Bouafla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bouafla 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. Bouafla 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

Bouafla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Bouafla has a population of 5,750. 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

5,750
Total Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bouafla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bouafla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bouafla 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: Bouafla 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 Bouafla, 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: Bouafla 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

Bouafla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 49.2 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 738 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median20.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.0%

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Coordinates7.2522°N, 5.8499°W
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in
August 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 4.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in

Bouafla has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.5").

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 Bouafla

What is the population of Bouafla?

Bouafla has a population of 5,750 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 Bouafla expensive to live in?

Bouafla 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 Bouafla?

Bouafla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Bouafla?

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

How are the schools in Bouafla?

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

How healthy is Bouafla?

The obesity rate in Bouafla 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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