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Boulenouar, Mauritania

Dakhlet Nouadhibou · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Boulenouar is a small town in Dakhlet Nouadhibou, Mauritania with a population of 1,901. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,901 Population
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
0.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott Timezone
$2,136 Median Income
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$2,136 median income, 10.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$100/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,136
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $100
91% 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

Population1,901
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,136
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$100
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain0.9 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population1,901
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates21.2897°, -16.5240°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceDakhlet Nouadhibou
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation0.9 inches (24 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,136
Median Age22.1 years

Is Boulenouar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boulenouar 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, below-average incomes. Boulenouar faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boulenouar is $2,136, 97% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Boulenouar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 0.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Boulenouar has a population of 1,901. 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

1,901
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Boulenouar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boulenouar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boulenouar is $2,136, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Boulenouar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,136
97% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $100 (91% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$100
91% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

In Boulenouar, 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: Boulenouar 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

Boulenouar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 0.9 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 407 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall0.9 inches
98% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates21.2897°N, 16.5240°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest
October 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Boulenouar has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 66°F in January to 80°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.2") and April the driest (0.0").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Boulenouar

What is the population of Boulenouar?

Boulenouar has a population of 1,901 residents and is located in Mauritania.. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Boulenouar expensive to live in?

Boulenouar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,136, 97% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $100 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Boulenouar?

Boulenouar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Boulenouar?

The job market in Boulenouar faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Boulenouar?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $100.

How are the schools in Boulenouar?

6.0% of adults in Boulenouar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Boulenouar?

The obesity rate in Boulenouar is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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