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Dakar, Senegal

Dakar · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Dakar is a major city in Dakar, Senegal with a population of 2,646,503. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
2,646,503 Population 85,870/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
15.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar 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 10.2%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

People

Population2,646,503
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density85,870/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,698
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty17.9%

Health

Obesity10.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression11.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population2,646,503
Population Density85,870 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates14.6937°, -17.4441°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceDakar
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (380 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Dakar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dakar 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. Dakar faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.9% 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%. 50.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dakar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Dakar has a population of 2,646,503 with a density of 85,870 people per square mile, spread across 30.8 square miles. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 3.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,646,503
Total Population
85,870
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
30.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dakar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dakar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dakar is N/A. Per capita income is $1,698 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dakar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,698

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dakar, 10.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.5% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.4% report binge drinking. 88.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.2%
68% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.4%
Physical Inactivity88.5%
Depression11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Dakar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 19% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area30.8 sq mi (79.8 km²)
Population Density85,870/sq mi
Coordinates14.6937°N, 17.4441°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school. 60.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density85,870/sq mi
Total Area30.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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