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El ’Ayoûn, Mauritania

Assaba · 🇲🇷 Mauritania

El ’Ayoûn is a small city in Assaba, Mauritania with a population of 22,896. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
22,896 Population
587 ft Elevation 179 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
14.3 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

Population22,896
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 Temp85°F (30°C)
AQI70 (Moderate)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband37.4%
Population22,896
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates15.5579°, -11.1800°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceAssaba
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (364 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age22.1 years

Is El ’Ayoûn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El ’Ayoûn 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. El ’Ayoûn 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

El ’Ayoûn has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

El ’Ayoûn has a population of 22,896. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,896
Total Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

El ’Ayoûn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El ’Ayoûn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El ’Ayoûn is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: El ’Ayoûn 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 El ’Ayoûn, 22.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% are current smokers. 6.9% report depression. 87.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El ’Ayoûn 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

El ’Ayoûn has an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 70.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average85.1°F
58% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median70.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %71.4%

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates15.5579°N, 11.1800°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 37.4% of households have broadband internet.

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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