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Dabai, Nigeria

Kebbi · 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Dabai is a small city in Kebbi, Nigeria with a population of 6,012. Elevation: 1,483 ft (452 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
6,012 Population
1,483 ft Elevation 452 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
36.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.4%
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
15% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.8%
237% higher than US avg

People

Population6,012
Median Age18.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,139
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty41.8%

Health

Obesity12.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking2.5%
Depression2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI1 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,483 ft (452 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband39.2%
Population6,012
Elevation1,483 ft (452 m)
Coordinates11.4765°, 5.2063°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceKebbi
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation36.1 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.1 years

Is Dabai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dabai receives an overall livability score of 1.8 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. Dabai faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dabai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1.

Dabai has a population of 6,012. The median age is 18.1 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 47.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,012
Total Population
18.1yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dabai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dabai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dabai is N/A. Per capita income is $2,139 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 11.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dabai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
15% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.8%
237% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living11.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dabai, 12.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 2.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 2.3% report binge drinking. 2.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.4%
61% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking2.5%
82% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.3%
Depression2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Dabai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 1 — among the cleanest air in the country. 95% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,483 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median1.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.7%

Geography

Elevation1,483 ft (452 m)
Coordinates11.4765°N, 5.2063°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 87°F (30°C) 0.4 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.9 in Warmest
May 86°F (30°C) 2.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 9.6 in Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 8.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Dabai has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 76°F in December to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.0").

9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 39.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+65.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dabai

What is the population of Dabai?

Dabai has a population of 6,012 residents and is located in Nigeria.. The median age of residents is 18.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Dabai expensive to live in?

Dabai is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 11.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dabai?

Dabai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1.

How is the job market in Dabai?

Dabai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dabai?

9.7% of adults in Dabai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dabai?

The obesity rate in Dabai is 12.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 2.5% of adults are smokers. 2.9% of residents report depression.

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