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Diogountourou, Mauritania

Guidimaka · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Diogountourou is a small city in Guidimaka, Mauritania with a population of 6,226. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
6,226 Population
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott 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 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
187% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

People

Population6,226
Median Age22.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,136
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty10.2%

Health

Obesity22.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.0%
Depression6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+65.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population6,226
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates14.7700°, -12.2509°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceGuidimaka
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (543 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Diogountourou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Diogountourou receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Diogountourou faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Diogountourou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Diogountourou has a population of 6,226. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 40.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,226
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Diogountourou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Diogountourou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Diogountourou is N/A. Per capita income is $2,136 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Diogountourou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
187% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Diogountourou, 22.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.0% report binge drinking. 87.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 6.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.0%
Physical Inactivity87.3%
Depression6.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.0%

Food & Exercise

Diogountourou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 71% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average84.1°F
56% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates14.7700°N, 12.2509°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 77°F (25°C)
0.0"
Feb 81°F (27°C)
0.0"
Mar 86°F (30°C)
0.0"
Apr 91°F (33°C)
0.0"
May 93°F (34°C)
0.3"
Jun 89°F (32°C)
2.2"
Jul 84°F (29°C)
5.3"
Aug 82°F (28°C)
7.3"
Sep 82°F (28°C)
5.0"
Oct 84°F (29°C)
1.2"
Nov 82°F (28°C)
0.1"
Dec 77°F (25°C)
0.0"

The warmest month is May at 93°F, while the coldest is January at 77°F — a seasonal swing of 16°F. August sees the most rain (7.3"), while January is the driest (0.0").

6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. 37.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+65.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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