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Buur Gaabo, Somalia

Lower Juba · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Buur Gaabo is a small town in Lower Juba, Somalia with a population of 3,096. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
3,096 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
18.0 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

Population3,096
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

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

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population3,096
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-1.2192°, 41.8373°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceLower Juba
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (458 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Buur Gaabo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buur Gaabo 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. Buur Gaabo 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

Buur Gaabo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Buur Gaabo has a population of 3,096. 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

3,096
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Buur Gaabo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buur Gaabo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buur Gaabo 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: Buur Gaabo 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 Buur Gaabo, 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: Buur Gaabo 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

Buur Gaabo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 18.0 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-1.2192°N, 41.8373°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
April 83°F (29°C) 3.3 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 4.4 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in

Buur Gaabo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F — from 78°F in July to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and January 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Buur Gaabo

What is the population of Buur Gaabo?

Buur Gaabo has a population of 3,096 residents and is located in Somalia.. 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 Buur Gaabo expensive to live in?

Buur Gaabo 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 Buur Gaabo?

Buur Gaabo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Buur Gaabo?

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

How are the schools in Buur Gaabo?

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

How healthy is Buur Gaabo?

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

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