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Cové, Benin

Zou · 🇧🇯 Benin

Cové is a mid-size city in Zou, Benin with a population of 43,554. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
43,554 Population
384 ft Elevation 117 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

People

Population43,554
Median Age17.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,394
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty27.2%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.4%
Depression19.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI75 (Moderate)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation384 ft (117 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+51.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband32.2%
Population43,554
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates7.2210°, 2.3402°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvinceZou
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,059 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age17.2 years

Is Cové a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cové receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Cové faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cové has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 75.

Cové has a population of 43,554. The median age is 17.2 years, 56% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.2% male. 3.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 38.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

43,554
Total Population
17.2yrs
Median Age
56% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cové vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cové vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cové is N/A. Per capita income is $1,394 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cové vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cové, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.2% have high blood pressure. 4.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.0% report binge drinking. 76.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.3% report depression.

Health Metrics: Cové vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.4%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.0%
Physical Inactivity76.0%
Depression19.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate38.0%

Food & Exercise

Cové has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 75 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 68% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.6°F
51% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median75.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %67.5%

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates7.2210°N, 2.3402°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 85°F (30°C) 1.2 in Warmest
March 85°F (30°C) 2.7 in
April 84°F (29°C) 4.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 5.3 in
August 78°F (25°C) 3.9 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in
November 83°F (28°C) 1.0 in
December 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in

Cové has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 78°F in August to 85°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.2").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school. 32.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+51.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cové

What is the population of Cové?

Cové has a population of 43,554 residents and is located in Benin.. The median age of residents is 17.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.2% male.

Is Cové expensive to live in?

Cové is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cové?

Cové has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 75.

How is the job market in Cové?

The job market in Cové is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Cové?

6.0% of adults in Cové hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cové?

The obesity rate in Cové is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.4% of adults are smokers. 76.0% are physically inactive. 19.3% of residents report depression.

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