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Diga gaw, Somalia

Mudug · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Diga gaw is a small town in Mudug, Somalia with a population of 2,300. Elevation: 1,460 ft (445 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
2,300 Population
1,460 ft Elevation 445 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
7.9 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

Population2,300
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population2,300
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Coordinates5.6994°, 48.4664°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceMudug
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation7.9 inches (201 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Diga gaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Diga gaw 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. Diga gaw 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

Diga gaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Diga gaw has a population of 2,300. 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

2,300
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diga gaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Diga gaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Diga gaw 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: Diga gaw 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 Diga gaw, 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: Diga gaw 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

Diga gaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 7.9 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 1,460 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.9 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Coordinates5.6994°N, 48.4664°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
September 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Diga gaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 78°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 7.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and July 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 Diga gaw

What is the population of Diga gaw?

Diga gaw has a population of 2,300 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 Diga gaw expensive to live in?

Diga gaw 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 Diga gaw?

Diga gaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Diga gaw?

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

How are the schools in Diga gaw?

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

How healthy is Diga gaw?

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

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