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Djowol, Mauritania

Gorgol · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

Djowol is a small city in Gorgol, Mauritania with a population of 7,582. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 87°F (31°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
7,582 Population
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 31°C
10.8 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

Population7,582
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 Temp87°F (31°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population7,582
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates16.0639°, -13.3729°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceGorgol
Average Temperature87°F (31°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation10.8 inches (273 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is Djowol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Djowol 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. Djowol 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

Djowol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Djowol has a population of 7,582. 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

7,582
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Djowol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Djowol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Djowol 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: Djowol 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 Djowol, 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: Djowol 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

Djowol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (31°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 10.8 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 112 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average87.0°F
61% above US avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates16.0639°N, 13.3729°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
March 87°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
June 94°F (34°C) 0.6 in
July 90°F (32°C) 2.5 in
August 87°F (31°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 88°F (31°C) 2.9 in
October 89°F (32°C) 0.4 in
November 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in

Djowol has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 76°F in January to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and March 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Djowol

What is the population of Djowol?

Djowol has a population of 7,582 residents and is located in Mauritania.. The median age of residents is 22.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Djowol expensive to live in?

Djowol is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Djowol?

Djowol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 70.

How is the job market in Djowol?

The job market in Djowol faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Djowol?

6.0% of adults in Djowol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Djowol?

The obesity rate in Djowol is 22.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.0% of adults are smokers. 87.3% are physically inactive. 6.9% of residents report depression.

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