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Dhamas, Somalia

Gedo · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Dhamas is a small city in Gedo, Somalia with a population of 27,000. Elevation: 1,312 ft (400 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
27,000 Population
1,312 ft Elevation 400 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
12.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu 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 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population27,000
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,312 ft (400 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population27,000
Elevation1,312 ft (400 m)
Coordinates3.1530°, 41.3357°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceGedo
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation12.4 inches (316 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Dhamas a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dhamas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Dhamas has a population of 27,000. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,000
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dhamas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dhamas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dhamas is N/A. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dhamas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dhamas, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Dhamas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 12.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,312 ft (400 m)
Coordinates3.1530°N, 41.3357°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
February 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 85°F (30°C) 1.2 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 3.7 in Wettest
May 81°F (27°C) 1.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in

Dhamas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 77°F in July to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 12.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.0").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dhamas

What is the population of Dhamas?

Dhamas has a population of 27,000 residents and is located in Somalia.. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Dhamas expensive to live in?

Dhamas is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dhamas?

Dhamas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Dhamas?

The job market in Dhamas faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dhamas?

3.0% of adults in Dhamas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dhamas?

The obesity rate in Dhamas is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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