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Dembankané, Senegal

Matam · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Dembankané is a small city in Matam, Senegal with a population of 5,293. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
5,293 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
20.4 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

Population5,293
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population5,293
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates15.0889°, -12.6998°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceMatam
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (518 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Dembankané a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dembankané 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. Dembankané 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

Dembankané has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Dembankané has a population of 5,293. 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

5,293
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dembankané vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dembankané vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dembankané 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: Dembankané 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 Dembankané, 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: Dembankané 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

Dembankané has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 20.4 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 82 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average84.3°F
56% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates15.0889°N, 12.6998°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
May 93°F (34°C) 0.2 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 2.0 in
July 85°F (29°C) 4.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 6.7 in Wettest
September 83°F (29°C) 5.2 in
October 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Dembankané has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 76°F in January to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dembankané

What is the population of Dembankané?

Dembankané has a population of 5,293 residents and is located in Senegal.. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Dembankané expensive to live in?

Dembankané is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dembankané?

Dembankané has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 154.

How is the job market in Dembankané?

The job market in Dembankané is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dembankané?

6.0% of adults in Dembankané hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dembankané?

The obesity rate in Dembankané is 10.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 88.5% are physically inactive. 11.6% of residents report depression.

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