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Dédougou, Burkina Faso

Boucle du Mouhoun · 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Dédougou is a mid-size city in Boucle du Mouhoun, Burkina Faso with a population of 63,617. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
63,617 Population 25/sq mi density
991 ft Elevation 302 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
29.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Ouagadougou 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 6.8%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.1%
240% higher than US avg

People

Population63,617
Median Age18.7 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$873
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty42.1%

Health

Obesity6.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.5%
Depression6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+41.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Population63,617
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Coordinates12.4636°, -3.4608°
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
Country🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
State / ProvinceBoucle du Mouhoun
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (750 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age18.7 years

Is Dédougou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dédougou receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Dédougou faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 42.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dédougou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Dédougou has a population of 63,617 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 18.7 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

63,617
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
18.7yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
2,571.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dédougou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dédougou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dédougou is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dédougou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.1%
240% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dédougou, 6.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% are current smokers. 6.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity6.8%
79% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Depression6.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.0%

Food & Exercise

Dédougou has an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average83.5°F
55% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %94.2%

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area2,571.1 sq mi (6,659.0 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates12.4636°N, 3.4608°W
TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+41.4%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area2,571.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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