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Faranah, Guinea

Faranah · 🇬🇳 Guinea

Faranah is a mid-size city in Faranah, Guinea with a population of 70,181. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
70,181 Population
1,421 ft Elevation 433 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
71.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Conakry 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 9.5%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
43% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

People

Population70,181
Median Age19.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,555
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty11.7%

Health

Obesity9.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI149 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain71.2 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+39.6%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband26.5%
Population70,181
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates10.0404°, -10.7434°
TimezoneAfrica/Conakry
Country🇬🇳 Guinea
State / ProvinceFaranah
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation71.2 inches (1,808 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Faranah a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% 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%. 39.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Faranah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 149.

Faranah has a population of 70,181. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 3.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 43.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

70,181
Total Population
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Faranah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Faranah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Faranah is N/A. Per capita income is $1,555 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 37.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Faranah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,555

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
43% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living37.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Faranah, 9.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.5%
70% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
High Blood Pressure40.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.5%
Depression5.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.0%

Food & Exercise

Faranah has an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.2 inches. The area enjoys 212 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 149.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.2 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median149.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %20.8%

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates10.0404°N, 10.7434°W
TimezoneAfrica/Conakry
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 26.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+39.6%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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