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Fatick, Senegal

Fatick · 🇸🇳 Senegal

Fatick is a mid-size city in Fatick, Senegal with a population of 39,361. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
39,361 Population 6,369/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar 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 10.2%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
24% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

People

Population39,361
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density6,369/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,698
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty17.9%

Health

Obesity10.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking4.3%
Depression11.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI154 (Unhealthy)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+50.4%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband60.6%
Population39,361
Population Density6,369 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates14.3324°, -16.4051°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceFatick
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (572 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.4 years

Is Fatick a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fatick has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154.

Fatick has a population of 39,361 with a density of 6,369 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. 3.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 48.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

39,361
Total Population
6,369
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fatick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fatick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fatick is N/A. Per capita income is $1,698 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 35, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fatick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,698

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
24% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living35.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Fatick, 10.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.5% have high blood pressure. 4.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 0.4% report binge drinking. 88.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.2%
68% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking4.3%
69% below US avg
Binge Drinking0.4%
Physical Inactivity88.5%
Depression11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.0%

Food & Exercise

Fatick has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 154 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 19% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.4°F
51% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median154.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %19.0%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density6,369/sq mi
Coordinates14.3324°N, 16.4051°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
May 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in
June 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 4.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 6.5 in
October 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Fatick has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 76°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") 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%. 50.4% have completed high school. 60.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+50.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,369/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fatick

What is the population of Fatick?

Fatick has a population of 39,361 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 6,369 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Fatick expensive to live in?

Fatick is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 35 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Fatick?

Fatick has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 154.

How is the job market in Fatick?

The job market in Fatick is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Fatick?

6.0% of adults in Fatick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Fatick?

The obesity rate in Fatick is 10.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 4.3% of adults are smokers. 88.5% are physically inactive. 11.6% of residents report depression.

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