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Buurhakaba, Somalia

Bay · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Buurhakaba is a small city in Bay, Somalia with a population of 27,792. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
27,792 Population
909 ft Elevation 277 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
17.7 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

Population27,792
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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population27,792
Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Coordinates2.8026°, 44.0781°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceBay
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Buurhakaba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buurhakaba 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. Buurhakaba 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

Buurhakaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Buurhakaba has a population of 27,792. 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

27,792
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Buurhakaba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buurhakaba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buurhakaba 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: Buurhakaba 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 Buurhakaba, 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: Buurhakaba 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

Buurhakaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.7 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 909 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Coordinates2.8026°N, 44.0781°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
February 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 85°F (30°C) 0.5 in
April 85°F (30°C) 5.0 in Wettest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 3.8 in
November 87°F (30°C) 2.4 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in

Buurhakaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 81°F in July to 87°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 17.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.0") and February 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 Buurhakaba

What is the population of Buurhakaba?

Buurhakaba has a population of 27,792 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 Buurhakaba expensive to live in?

Buurhakaba 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 Buurhakaba?

Buurhakaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Buurhakaba?

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

How are the schools in Buurhakaba?

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

How healthy is Buurhakaba?

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

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