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Bouanzé, Mauritania

Guidimaka · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Bouanzé is a small city in Guidimaka, Mauritania with a population of 6,955. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
6,955 Population
233 ft Elevation 71 meters
86°F Avg Temperature 30°C
12.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott 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 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population6,955
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp86°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population6,955
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates15.8185°, -12.2322°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceGuidimaka
Average Temperature86°F (30°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation12.2 inches (309 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Bouanzé a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bouanzé receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bouanzé faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

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

Bouanzé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Bouanzé has a population of 6,955. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,955
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Bouanzé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bouanzé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bouanzé is N/A. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bouanzé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bouanzé, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Bouanzé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 12.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average86.0°F
59% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates15.8185°N, 12.2322°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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