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Cidade Velha, Cabo Verde

Ribeira Grande de Santiago · 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde

Cidade Velha is a small town in Ribeira Grande de Santiago, Cabo Verde with a population of 3,319. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,319 Population 4,098/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
9.1 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Cape Verde Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.8%
51% lower than US avg

People

Population3,319
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density4,098/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,795
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity15.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI62 (Moderate)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband73.5%
Population3,319
Population Density4,098 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates14.9153°, -23.6053°
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
Country🇨🇻 Cabo Verde
State / ProvinceRibeira Grande de Santiago
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation9.1 inches (232 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.8 years

Is Cidade Velha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cidade Velha receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Cidade Velha faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cidade Velha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Cidade Velha has a population of 3,319 with a density of 4,098 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,319
Total Population
4,098
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cidade Velha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cidade Velha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cidade Velha is N/A.

Income: Cidade Velha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,795

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living46.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cidade Velha, 15.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 4.4% report depression.

Health Metrics: Cidade Velha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.8%
51% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
High Blood Pressure44.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.8%
Depression4.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Cidade Velha has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.1 inches. The area enjoys 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 62.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median62.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %77.0%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density4,098/sq mi
Coordinates14.9153°N, 23.6053°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+80.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,098/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Praia 137,868 pop · 6.3 mi São Domingos 2,960 pop · 8.1 mi Picos 2,040 pop · 11.8 mi Assomada 21,297 pop · 13.8 mi Santa Cruz 9,488 pop · 15.4 mi Pedra Badejo 10,038 pop · 16.1 mi Calheta 6,329 pop · 18.7 mi Tarrafal 13,483 pop · 27.0 mi Vila do Maio 4,472 pop · 30.5 mi Igreja 4,084 pop · 49.3 mi São Filipe 10,097 pop · 59.5 mi Nova Sintra 2,225 pop · 72.9 mi Sal Rei 10,936 pop · 98.4 mi
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