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Eyl, Somalia

Nugaal · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Eyl is a small city in Nugaal, Somalia with a population of 18,904. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
18,904 Population
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
6.3 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

Population18,904
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population18,904
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates7.9803°, 49.8164°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceNugaal
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation6.3 inches (160 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Eyl a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eyl 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. Eyl 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

Eyl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Eyl has a population of 18,904. 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

18,904
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Eyl vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Eyl vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eyl 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: Eyl 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 Eyl, 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: Eyl 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

Eyl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 6.3 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 154 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.3 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates7.9803°N, 49.8164°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Wettest
June 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Eyl has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.1") and June 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 Eyl

What is the population of Eyl?

Eyl has a population of 18,904 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 Eyl expensive to live in?

Eyl 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 Eyl?

Eyl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Eyl?

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

How are the schools in Eyl?

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

How healthy is Eyl?

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

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