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Burao, Somalia

Togdheer · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Burao is a mid-size city in Togdheer, Somalia with a population of 99,270. Elevation: 3,415 ft (1,041 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
99,270 Population 9,183/sq mi density
3,415 ft Elevation 1,041 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
9.8 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

Population99,270
Median Age19.1 yrs
Density9,183/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

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

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation3,415 ft (1,041 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population99,270
Population Density9,183 / sq mi
Elevation3,415 ft (1,041 m)
Coordinates9.5221°, 45.5336°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceTogdheer
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation9.8 inches (250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Burao a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burao 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. Burao 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

Burao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Burao has a population of 99,270 with a density of 9,183 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 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

99,270
Total Population
9,183
People / sq mi
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burao vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Burao vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burao 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: Burao 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 Burao, 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: Burao 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

Burao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 9.8 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 3,415 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.8 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation3,415 ft (1,041 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density9,183/sq mi
Coordinates9.5221°N, 45.5336°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in
August 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
September 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in Warmest
October 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Burao has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 67°F in January to 78°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 9.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Density9,183/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Burao

What is the population of Burao?

Burao has a population of 99,270 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 9,183 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 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 Burao expensive to live in?

Burao 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 Burao?

Burao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Burao?

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

How are the schools in Burao?

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

How healthy is Burao?

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

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